Hi there, are the eels from fresh water, sea, or farmed please?

In captivity (or in European waters), eels do not breed naturally because of this inhibition of the development of their reproductive organs.

what is the expiry on this please?

Hi, The Smoked eel is 20 days from production but can also be frozen for up to 12 months.

Does it contain bones?

Not really, no (mostly no bones), perhaps a very very small ones only - they are edible if you come across any except from the back bone. The fish itself is very rich in omega 3 & 6, and has a great taste. I just wish they would not salt it too much and they started to put the tail parts in the packs, which are less meaty, less oily and cheaper. Hope my answer helped.

Does the eel have to be put in the fridge once delivered

Yes, this is a smoked eel fillet, and it does definitely need to be refrigerated once delivered. It will spoil if left unrefrigerated.

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Smoked Eel

Product ID: 55093440

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Allergen information
Contains: Fish
Brand
Port of
Item form
Fillet
Speciality
Dairy Free No
Temperature condition
Fresh

🏅3-Star Great Taste Award Winner

🔥Naturally Oak Wood Smoked

❄️Home Freezable & Ready-to-Eat

R534

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Description

🔥 Elevate your palate with the UK's smoked eel sensation!

READY WHEN YOU ARE - Conveniently ready-to-eat and perfect for effortless gourmet starters or elevated meals.
PURE NATURAL SMOKING - Experience rich, additive-free flavor from traditional oak wood smoking—no dyes, no artificial nonsense.
VERSATILE CULINARY STAR - Pairs beautifully with horseradish cream cheese, rocket, or crusty bread for a sophisticated bite.
AWARD WINNING EXCELLENCE - Indulge in a 2012 Great Taste Gold 3 Star delicacy that sets the bar for smoked eel.
PREMIUM QUALITY DELIVERED - Expertly trimmed, skinned, and packed fresh to your door, ensuring top-tier texture and taste every time.

Port of Lancaster Smokehouse Smoked Eel is a 100g fillet of naturally oak-smoked silver eel, awarded the prestigious 2012 Great Taste Gold 3 Star. This ready-to-eat delicacy boasts a firm, meaty texture and rich flavor, free from artificial colors and additives. Perfect for gourmet starters, it’s home freezable and delivered fresh, making it a must-have for discerning food lovers seeking authentic British smoked seafood.

Specifications

ASIN	B00BW1E7H8
Allergen Information	Contains: Fish
Allergen information	Contains: Fish
Best Sellers Rank	47,126 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) 12 in Fish (Grocery)
Brand	Port of Lancaster Smokehouse
Brand Name	Port of Lancaster Smokehouse
Customer Reviews	3.9 out of 5 stars 137 Reviews
Diet Type	Vegetarian
Flavour	Smoked
Item Form	Fillet
Item Type Name	food
Item form	Fillet
Manufacturer	Port of Lancaster Smokehouse
Number of Items	1
Number of items	1
Size	100 g (Pack of 1)
Speciality	Dairy Free, Gluten Free, No artificial colors, No artificial flavour
Specialty	Dairy Free, Gluten Free, No artificial colors, No artificial flavour
Temperature Condition	Fresh
Temperature condition	Fresh
Unit Count	100 gram

Reviews

A**R

Smoked eel.

Excellent product, taste and texture.

1.01.2026

J**F

Another delicious product from Port of Lancaster. Buy with confidence.

Found a recipe for Spaghettini with smoked eel, garlic, chilli and pangrattato that I wanted to try out but couldn’t find anywhere locally that sold good smoked eel. Port of Lancaster Smokehouse to the rescue. Delicious, great quality smoked eel delivered to my door in their excellent cooled packaging. Will not hesitate to buy again - the recipe was a great success with the eel as the star of the show. I’ve made several purchases from Port of Lancaster now, all of which have been great quality items, despatched quickly with great care taken over packaging so they arrive in tip top condition.

25.04.2021

A**E

How many times has it been refrozen

Most awfull tasting eel I've ever tasted obviously new Zealand is a step too far. Very sad to say having eaten smoked eels all my life, these 5 packets are a waste of money

12.03.2026

M**I

Good but not worth the premium price

The product was fine, tasted reasonably good. However, it didn't compare to the smoked eels I have had in nice restaurants so I don't feel this is something I'd buy again at this price.

21.09.2024

E**S

cool

very nice

21.05.2026

L**L

Expensive but good.

My mother loves smoked eel and I have always bought her a whole eel for her birthday. Now in her 90s she appreciated the ease of use of this product and also loved the flavour. Very expensive for what you get but worth it to those who like it.

29.07.2021

A**R

Satisfying

Good quality

14.03.2026

P**L

So far all their products have been excellent, this was part of my 3rd order.

Delicious, ace in sushi

2.04.2025

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