Ramirez
Filets de Maquereau à l'Huile d'Olive
Preserved
Mackerels
Filets de Maquereau à l’huile d’olive are canned mackerel fillets prepared in olive oil, following a classic Portuguese and Mediterranean seafood tradition. The product is made from carefully selected mackerel fillets, olive oil, and salt, with no added preservatives or flavor enhancers, allowing the natural character of the fish to remain central.
The texture is firm yet moist, while the pronounced flavor of mackerel is balanced by the smooth, slightly fruity notes of olive oil. Naturally rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, mackerel gives this product notable nutritional value alongside its clean ingredient list.
It is suitable for direct consumption and adapts easily to salads, cold starters, pasta dishes, or simple meals with bread and vegetables. The production approach emphasizes simplicity, controlled processing, and respect for the raw material.
Overall, this product represents a straightforward, high-quality canned fish option for consumers seeking authentic taste and minimal composition.
Producer
Ramirez is a Portuguese, family-owned producer of canned fish with a heritage dating back to 1853, placing it among the oldest continuously operating fish canneries in the world. The company is based in Lavra, near Matosinhos, a historic hub of Portugal’s fishing and seafood industry.
Its core portfolio centers on sardines and tuna, complemented by mackerel, horse mackerel (carapau), cod, and fish pâtés, with a strong focus on traditional Portuguese culinary recipes. The fish is prepared in a range of styles - packed in olive oil, vegetable oils, natural juices, or combined with sauces and spices - while preserving natural texture and flavor.
Ramirez blends long-standing artisanal expertise with modern canning technologies and rigorous quality control systems. The company has been a pioneer in introducing technological innovations that improved product safety and shelf stability.
A dedicated organic product line addresses consumers seeking certified origin, transparency, and clean ingredients. Today, Ramirez exports to numerous international markets and is widely recognized as a benchmark brand of Portuguese canned seafood.