Mulloway

Mulloway is a flavourful and versatile fish. In the South Australian Lakes and Coorong fishery, it is certified sustainable.

Catching Mulloway

Habitat: Found in the Coorong and along the southern coastline of Australia with the largest wild commercial fishery being in SA.

Catch: From a boat, a 6 kg outfit is recommended, but surf fishing will require a 10 kg outfit and heavy sinkers to hold the bottom.

Seasonality: Caught all year round.

Bait: Many types of bait work to catch Mulloway including pilchards, soft plastics, and hard body lures.

Size: see the size limits for Mulloway which vary within and outside the Coorong.

Gear: A simple rig of a running ball sinker straight to a 7/0 circle hook is suitable.

Handling: Large Mulloway have a strong jaw so avoid putting your hand near the mouth.

Cooking Mulloway

Texture: Small Mulloway tend to be soft but medium to large Mulloway are firm and better for cooking.

Flavour: Mild and distinct flavour which pairs well with Australian bush natives.

Storing: The whole fish stores well refrigerated, and fillets can be bought frozen.

Cooking: With only a few big bones, medium sized Mulloway have even fillets which remain moist when grilled or fried.

Wine pairing: Sauvignon Blanc.