Albacore Tahiti & Fiji
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
Tahiti & Fiji
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Harvest Method
Hook & Line
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Range & Habitat
Southern Pacific & Hawaii
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Producer
Ocean Products
Range & Habitat
Ocean Products
PROGRAM- Tahitian-caught, South Pacific premium species like yellowfin tuna, bigeye tuna, albacore tuna, mahi & ono are all offloaded early each morning for international distribution by noon the SAME DAY!
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Moist, Succulent, Moderate
Greater and Lesser Amberjacks have a great "Oil" to the flesh. They cook up firm with a very silky texture. Wild Amberjacks are leaner than farmed Hamachi and Hiramasa, but hold up to more expensive farmed products in flavor and usability. Amberjacks are an undersung species and have a reputation for parasitic activity in the flesh. If parasites are found they are easily removed and also pose no threat to humans. This is a reputation that is not as deal breaker. Amberjack receive high heat cooking very well and marinate beautifully. Sear, Broil, Grill, Smoke.
Rich, Clean
The Yellowfin Tuna is among the larger Tuna species, reaching weights of over 400 pounds. The Yellowfin is a revered ocean predators, feeding on lean fish. This lends a rich but clean flavor that works wonderfully in raw and rare applications. Sashimi, Sushi, Tartare, Poke, Sear, Grill.
Flakey, Moderate, Moist, Light
Like other premium Hawaiian snappers, Uku has a clear, pale pink flesh that is delicately flavored. The oil content is high, the flake is medium and the moisture content is moderate. Some local chefs argue the Uku has a slightly fuller flavor than the sub-tile Opakapaka. The sashimi grade flesh will take high heat well and firm and tighten once heat is applied. The Uku is a handsome fish which reminds me of the Eastern Seaboard Black Bass. It has a lighter colored grey skin, friendly looking eyes and a stream-lined head with a masculine jaw-line that appears to smile at you. Uku harvested during the summer spawning season is often rich in natural fat, a desirable attribute for any sashimi application. Uku is one of the few cool to warm water temperature snappers that is safe to serve raw.