Roach is kosher according to Jewish dietary law.

Does Roach have fins and scales?

Yes. Roach 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 Roach sushi or sashimi?

If Roach is prepared in a kosher kitchen with kosher utensils and ingredients, Roach 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 Roach 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.

Roach

Kosher

Has fins and scales

Fins Yes

Scales Yes

Description

Roach is eaten in parts of Europe, usually pan-fried, though it's bony and is caught more for sport and as bait than for the table.

The common roach, Rutilus rutilus, is a freshwater and brackish-water fish of Europe and western Asia. It's very adaptable, living in everything from small ponds to large rivers and lakes.

Also known as

Common roach
Rutilus roach

Warnings & Kosher Issues

Kosher. Roach have fins and scales.
'Roach' is used for different fish in different places, so the name alone can be ambiguous.