Hake is a mild, white-fleshed fish from the cod family, softer and more delicate than cod itself. It is the most consumed fish in Spain and one of the most popular in Argentina. In France it is known as colin and is a supermarket staple. Its gentle flavor and flaky texture make it suitable for frying, baking, and steaming. Argentine hake (Merluccius hubbsi) is a related but distinct species.
Names by country
| Country | Name | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸United States | Hake | |
| 🇬🇧United Kingdom | Hake | |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Merluza | |
| 🇦🇷Argentina | Merluza | The most widely consumed fish in Argentina — typically breaded and baked |
| 🇫🇷France | Colin | Colin is the French name — one of the most common supermarket fish in France |
| 🇪🇸Spain | Merluzaprimary | The most popular fish in Spain — merluza a la vasca, merluza en salsa verde |
| 🇵🇹Portugal | Pescada | |
| 🇧🇷Brazil | Merluza |
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