Coho Salmon: Fresh From Alaska

Wild Alaska Coho Salmon, also known as “silver salmon” is harvested from mid-June through late October when the Alaskan ocean waters are icy cold and clear. This year’s harvest locations include the Ugashik River, Yukon River, Fire Island and Beluga Point; all on Alaska’s Cook Inlet.

Coho Salmon are caught in gillnets by small, family-run fishing operations along the shorelines and shipped overnight directly to each Heinen’s location – guaranteeing the freshest, highest-quality seafood available.

Favco, our longtime partner in Anchorage, makes this possible. Anchorage is an ideal geographic transportation hub for Alaskan fishing waters. Favco’s team provides our seafood experts with a “catch-of-the-day” report as soon as their fishing vessels return to the harbor. These real time purchase decisions allow us to ensure that a quality catch, straight from Alaska is available for our customers the next day.

Coho Salmon is known for its delicate mild flavor and versatility. It is an excellent choice for grilling, sautéing, roasting, poaching, or smoking.

Interested in cooking Coho salmon at home? Try Salmon with Peach and Corn Salsa or Grilled Salmon with Macho Pea Smash.

By Heinen's Grocery Store

In 1929, Joe Heinen opened the doors of a small butcher shop on the east side of Cleveland, Ohio, aiming to establish himself as the city’s purveyor of quality meats. As customers came into Heinen’s new shop for their meat purchases, they began asking him to carry groceries as well. Joe added homemade peanut butter, pickles and donuts and by 1933, business had grown enough to include a line of produce and canned goods. Heinen’s Grocery Store was born.