Steelhead Salmon

Steelhead — Clean, Mild & Perfect for Grilling, Baking & Healthy Meals

Steelhead is a premium, clean-tasting, soft-textured fish that’s perfect for anyone who enjoys salmon-style seafood but prefers a lighter, more delicate flavor. With its beautiful orange-pink flesh, firm flakes, and mild taste, Steelhead is a favorite choice for grilling, baking, pan-searing, or making healthy lunch bowls.

Unlike stronger fish, Steelhead has a balanced, gentle aroma and a smooth texture that stays moist when cooked. Whether you’re preparing garlic butter fillets, lemon-herb steaks, salmon-style pastas, or simple grilled portions, this fish gives you a restaurant-quality experience with very little effort.

Freshly sourced, carefully cleaned, and delivered chilled, our Steelhead brings you premium quality and superior nutrition right to your doorstep in Karachi.

Similar Fish to Try

If you enjoy Steelhead, you may also like: Hawaiian Salmon, Indian Salmon (Rawans), Mahi Mahi, or Halibut (Hajjam) for similar premium, soft-flavored fish options.

Approx. Cutting Yields

• Whole: 100%
• Gutted: 90%
• Headless and Gutted: 70%
• Slices: 60%
• Boneless: 55%

Flavor Profile

Steelhead salmon are fabulous fish! They have orange flesh like Norwegian salmon, but the flavor is milder like a cross between salmon & trout. The flesh has medium flakes and a tender texture. For most people, Salmon trout may taste better than Norwegian salmon.

luckily, it doesn’t have as much of that “fishy” flavor that some people shy away from, and it can be served hot or cold.

Nomenclature

Nomenclature: Salmon Trout, Norwegian Fjord Trout, Steelhead Salmon

Scientific Name: Oncorhynchus mykiss

Habitat

The Steelhead salmon available for sale at Anbar Fish is sourced from Russia.

They are found in the narrow, deep inlet of the sea between high cliffs, as in Russia and other cold countries, typically formed by the submergence of a glaciated valley.

Steelhead salmon are seagoing and inhabit various rivers along the Pacific Coast from Alaska to California, and from Japan to the Kamchatkan Peninsula.  “Summer-run Steelhead salmon” migrate between May and October.  “Winter-run Steelhead salmon” migrate between November and April.

Catching Method

Wild Salmon Trout is caught usually gillnets and hand lines. However farmed Salmon Trout is easy to fish from the farm.

Physical Attributes

Head blunt, jaw short – does not extend past the eye. Distinct dark spots on dorsal fin. Square-shaped tail fin with radiating pattern of spots. Often has reddish stripe along sides, gill cover reddish.

Color

Steelhead salmon tend to be more silvery than the freshwater Rainbow form. Lake and stream dwellers tend to be lighter as well. River dwelling Steelhead salmon are generally darker and more brilliant.

In all habitats, the backs vary from blue or green to a yellow-green or brown. They always have dark spots on their heads, backs, bellies, and across their dorsal fins and cadula fins, a famed attribute of true trout.

Size

On average, the Steelhead salmon size range is 1 to 4 kg per fish. However, other sizes are also occasionally available. The standard size supplied by Niwan Seafood is approx. 2 kg.

Cutting Preferences

Steelhead salmon are preferred to be ordered whole, dressed, headless & gutted, slices, and boneless fillets

Why Choose Steelhead from Anbar Fish?

Mild, Clean Flavor – Softer than salmon, perfect for families
Beautiful Orange Flesh – Premium look & taste
Soft, Firm Texture – Ideal for fillets, steaks & grilling
Healthy & Protein-Rich – Great for meal prep & fitness diets
Fresh & Hygienic Delivery – Packed chilled, ready to cook

Health Benefits of Steelhead

Rich in Omega-3 Fatty Acids – Supports heart & brain function
High in Lean Protein – Excellent for strength and recovery
Vitamin D & B12 – Boosts immunity, energy & bone health
Low in Saturated Fat – Ideal for weight-management diets
Contains Selenium, Potassium & Antioxidants – Good for overall wellness

Cooking Inspiration

Grilled Steelhead Fillets – Crispy outside, juicy inside
Lemon-Butter Steelhead – Light, fragrant, and elegant
Pan-Seared Steelhead – Golden crust with soft flakes
Healthy Meal-Prep Portions – Perfect for gym or office lunches
Steelhead Pasta or Rice Bowls – A delicious twist on salmon recipes

Tip: Steelhead cooks fast — remove from heat as soon as it flakes easily to keep it moist.

Steelhead (Trout) — Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)