Tomcod is kosher according to Jewish dietary law.

Does Tomcod have fins and scales?

Yes. Tomcod has both fins and removable scales, which is the requirement set in Leviticus 11:9-12 and Deuteronomy 14:9-10 for a fish to be considered kosher.

Can I eat Tomcod sushi or sashimi?

If Tomcod is prepared in a kosher kitchen with kosher utensils and ingredients, Tomcod sushi or sashimi can be kosher. Always verify the kosher certification of the restaurant or preparation source.

Where can I find more information about whether Tomcod is kosher?

KosherFish.co references the Orthodox Union (OU) and Chabad lists of kosher and non-kosher fish. For specific halachic questions, consult your local Orthodox rabbi.

Tomcod

Kosher

Has fins and scales

Fins Yes

Scales Yes

Description

The Atlantic tomcod lives in North American coastal waters from the Gulf of St. Lawrence south to Virginia. It spawns in winter in rivers like Quebec's Sainte-Anne and Batiscan, where it is caught through the ice.

Also known as

Tommycod
Frostfish
Winter cod
Microgadus tomcod

Warnings & Kosher Issues

Kosher. As a cod-family fish it has fins and scales.

This is a guide, not a halachic ruling. When in doubt, ask a trusted rabbi.