List of halal and kosher fish

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Halal and Kosher are terms used in Islamic dietary laws and Jewish dietary laws respectively, to designate foods that are permissible according to their religious beliefs. In the context of fish, both religions have specific guidelines that determine which fish are considered halal or kosher.

Halal Fish

In Islamic law, for a fish to be considered halal, it must have scales and fins. This is based on the teachings of the Quran, the holy book of Islam. Some examples of halal fish include:

• Salmon
• Tuna
• Trout
• Cod

Kosher Fish

According to Jewish law, for a fish to be considered kosher, it must also have scales and fins. This is based on the teachings of the Torah, the holy book of Judaism. Some examples of kosher fish include:

• Carp
• Herring
• Sardines
• Mackerel

Overlapping Fish

There are many fish that are considered both halal and kosher due to their possession of scales and fins. These include:

• Salmon
• Tuna
• Trout
• Cod
• Carp
• Herring
• Sardines
• Mackerel

See Also

• Islamic dietary laws
• Jewish dietary laws
• Halal
• Kosher