Is Spanish mackerel kosher?

Spanish mackerel is kosher according to Jewish dietary law.

What is the scientific name of Spanish mackerel?

The scientific name of Spanish mackerel is Scomberomorini.

Does Spanish mackerel have fins and scales?

Yes. Spanish mackerel 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 Spanish mackerel sushi or sashimi?

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

Spanish mackerel

Scomberomorini

Kosher

Has fins and scales

Fins Yes

Scales Yes

Description

Spanish mackerel is an oily, full-flavored fish that's usually grilled, broiled, smoked, or pan-fried, and it's best eaten fresh. The rich flesh also takes well to a quick cure.

These are fast pelagic fish in the mackerel family (Scombridae), found in warm coastal waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans. Anglers and commercial boats catch them mostly with hooks and lines, and you'll find Atlantic Spanish mackerel and king mackerel common in U.S. seafood markets.

Also known as

Seerfish
King mackerel
Cero
Sierra

Kosher Spanish mackerel in foreign languages

Scientific	Scomberomorini
Korean	삼치족
Vietnamese	Cá thu vạch

Warnings & Kosher Issues

Kosher. Mackerel have fins and scales.
Like other mackerel, it can cause scombroid (histamine) poisoning if it isn't chilled properly after the catch, so freshness matters.