The white flesh of the sablefish is soft-textured and mildly flavored. It is considered a delicacy in many countries. When cooked, its flaky texture is similar to Chilean sea bass. The meat has a high fat content and can be prepared in many ways, including grilling, smoking or frying. Sablefish flesh is high in long-chain Omega3 fatty acids, EPA, and DHA. It contains about as much as wild salmon.