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Species Name
Tuna
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Latin Name
Thunnus obesus
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Origin
Deep Water Offshore from San Diego
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Harvest Method
Hook & Line
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Range & Habitat
Southern California & Mexico
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Producer
Baja Peninsula Fleet
Range & Habitat
Enlightened management measures are fundamental to any lobster fisheries self-sustainability and should always be the first choice when considering methods for increasing or preserving stock levels. Current Irish lobster fishery regulations include: a) A minimum size for the lobsters landed which is a carapace length of 87 mm. b) Ban on the landing of lobsters that have been “V” notched or have a mutilated tail fan. c) Prohibition of capture of lobsters by SCUBA diving, and d) Licensing of all commercial fishing vessels.
Sweet, Tender, Flakey, Moist
The same species as Hawaii's famed Onaga, the Queen Snapper is one of the highest quality Snappers in Fine Dining. This is a species that rarely make it into National distribution. Local chefs disallow their "Secret Snapper" to grace other feature boards in the country. SeafoodS.com has your hook up! Light, Moist, Creamy, Flakey, and Paper White. Treat as you would the highest quality Hawaiian Snappers.
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.