Smoked Whitefish with Lemon and Dill, Great Lakes Tinned Fish
Great Lakes Tinned Fish is the first Midwest-based tinned fish company sourcing exclusively from the Great Lakes. Founded with a focus on regional flavor, sustainability, and hospitality, the company works with wild-caught lake whitefish and packs each tin by hand. This smoked whitefish is infused with bright lemon and dill, offering a clean, protein-rich conserva that reflects freshwater character rather than ocean brine. Shelf-stable for over three years and fully traceable, it’s a thoughtful pantry staple rooted in place.
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PRODUCER: Great Lakes Tinned Fish
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ORIGIN: Great Lakes Region (Made in Canada)
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FISH VARIETY: Lake Whitefish (Coregonus clupeaformis)
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PREPARATION: Wild-caught whitefish is brined, hardwood-smoked, and hand-packed with lemon and dill
- TEXTURE: Tender and flaky, lightly firm from smoking
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FLAVOR PROFILE:
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Aromas: Clean smoke, fresh dill, bright citrus
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Palate: Mild, slightly sweet freshwater fish character balanced by savory smoke and subtle herbal lift
- Finish: Clean and lightly smoky with lingering citrus and herb notes
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Aromas: Clean smoke, fresh dill, bright citrus
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PAIRINGS:
- Unoaked Chardonnay or crisp Sauvignon Blanc
- Dry cider or Kölsch-style beer
- Crème fraîche, pickled shallots, or buttered new potatoes
- Unoaked Chardonnay or crisp Sauvignon Blanc
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SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Flaked over warm potatoes with fresh herbs
- Layered on rye toast with crème fraîche and lemon zest
- Folded into a simple whitefish dip with fresh dill
- Flaked over warm potatoes with fresh herbs
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INGREDIENTS: Smoked whitefish, Organic Sunflower Oil, Sea Salt, Sugar (brine), Hardwood Smoke
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CAUGHT IN: Great Lakes
- Size: 3.2 oz (90.72 g)