From Nation's Restaurant News · · 1m 30s
Wild seafood offers protein, flavor, and versatility
Wild Alaska seafood boosts menu sales with health benefits and quick preparation.
In brief
Wild Alaska seafood boosts menu sales with health benefits and quick preparation. Foodservice operators can increase sales by featuring wild-caught Alaska seafood that meets consumer demand for protein, flavor, and sustainability. Originally reported by Nation's Restaurant News.
Wild seafood benefits
Wild caught seafood from Alaska provides high protein content and health benefits for consumers.
Consumer preferences
93% of consumers value seafood health benefits while viewing it as a high-quality protein source.
Seafood versatility
Seafood can be prepared quickly and in multiple ways for diverse menu items.
Trident Seafoods
Trident Seafoods is north america's largest vertically integrated seafood harvesting company.
Crispy Battered Sauceable Nuggets
New product receives 2026 Seafood Excellence Award at SENA and is named best new foodservice product.
Product features
Nuggets hold crunchy texture for over an hour after saucing and hot holding.
Sustainability commitment
Trident works with 2,700 independent fishermen and uses fisheries certified under global sustainable seafood initiative.
Supply chain transparency
Trident has 26 company-owned vessels and 10 alaska-based shore plants for sustainable seafood.
Consumer demand
35% of consumers prioritize craveability when choosing restaurants for dining out.
Menu innovation
Seafood products work across entrées, handheld snacks, and appetizers across multiple cuisines.
National seafood month
October is national seafood month for foodservice operators to spotlight wild caught seafood.
Product applications
Nuggets can be used in orange-chicken style entrées, buffalo sauced wings, or mexican-inspired bowls.
What it means
Foodservice operators can increase sales by featuring wild-caught Alaska seafood that meets consumer demand for protein, flavor, and sustainability.
