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Species Name
Tuna
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Latin Name
Thunnus alalunga
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Origin
Oregon
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Harvest Method
Hook & Line
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Range & Habitat
Western United States
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Producer
Baja Peninsula Fleet
Range & Habitat
Lean, Crunchy, Clean
Among the larger Tuna species, reaching weights of over 400 pounds, the Yellowfin Tuna is a revered ocean predator, feeding on lean fish.
Claw meat is obviously taken from claws but also includes leg meat. It is the cheapest because the meat is small and has the least integrity. Special crabmeat is meat taken from front of the body. Again, a little bigger, more integrity. Jumbo Lump crab meat is from the back of the body. It has the most integrity and is the largest meat on the crab due to propelling those powerful swimming fins. Finally, Backfin meat is essentially broken pieces of Jumbo Lump crab.
Moist, Large Flake, Mild
Resembling Smaller White Sea Bass, the Corvina has a mild flakey texture. It is a clean and versatile flavor that holds a plethora of application. This is one of the best Ceviche fish on the market, and can be utilized in any large Snapper and Grouper recipe. A leader in profitability, the Corvina taste and presents much more expensive than it is...
Ceviche, Saute, Grill, Broil.