Albacore New Zealand
A very fresh, lightly-colored Tuna with moderate flavor.
Crisp, Light, Clean
Quick Facts
Commonly Known As:
Tombo Ahi, Longfin Tuna, Longfin Tunny
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Species Name
Tuna
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Latin Name
Thunnus alalunga
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Origin
Continental Shelf New Zealand
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Harvest Method
Hook & Line
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Range & Habitat
New Zealand & Australia
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Producer
Range & Habitat
Leigh Fisheries
LEIGH FISHERIES- The Lee Fish brand is recognized around the world as a prime source for premium-quality chilled seafood. Leigh's boats fish only inside New Zealand's clear, pristine, regulated waters.
FISHING VESSELS- In total, there are 53 independent boats fishing for Leigh Fisheries on a permanent basis. These vessels unload at 14 different ports throughout the North Island and comprise of the following:
- 12 Lobster (Crayfish) boats.
- 20 Long line (day) boats fishing for Snapper and various bi-catch.
- 6 Danish Purse Seiners fishing for Snapper and John Dory.
- 5 Long line boats fishing for Bluenose and Groper.
- 6 Surface long line Tuna boats fishing for Southern Bluefin Tuna and Swordfish
- 4 Gillnet boats fishing for Mullet and Flounder.
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Ocean Flavor
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Light, Rich, Flakey
Orange Roughy has a brilliant flake that is rivaled only by the highest quality in Snappers, Groupers, Sea Bass and Sea Bream. It has a luxurious moisture content that comes from an incredibly deep habitat. Found nearly 4000 feet below the ocean's surface, the Orange Roughy is a cold water dweller that packs on the fat for survival. This translates to enormous succulence. Its fillet shape is reminiscent of Tai Snapper and other Sea Breams. It has a mild and sweet flavor that accepts a multitude of light herb and spice combinations, and graciously plays off of vinaigrettes and butter sauces. It sears well and is applicable in almost every cooking method.
Firm, Moderate, Moist
Opah consists of two cuts that separate the body structure. The Back, which is the most valued, and the Belly, which has a versatile usability. The back loin will resemble a slighty curved Cylinder and the Belly has a flat triangle shape. Opah can be treated as Tuna, Swordfish, and Ono. The flesh is firm, but holds moderate moisture. Sear, Grill, Poach, Katsu, Tataki.