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Species Name
Tuna
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Latin Name
Thunnus albacares
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Origin
Global Resource
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Harvest Method
Hook & Line
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Range & Habitat
South Atlantic & Caribbean
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Producer
SFS Partnership
Range & Habitat
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, Saute, Katsu, Tataki.
Silky, Rich, Moist, Robust
Prized as a game fish, the King Mackerel also boasts a luxurious texture and a robust ocean flavor. The Center loin is the real delicacy and fetches the adornment of "real" fish eaters. The culinary applications are vast and call for high heat or slow smoke. Also called "Smokers" because of the high oil content that keeps the Kingfish moist during a dry smoke environment. Grill, Broil, Smoke, Pan Roast.
Clean, Natural
King Salmon flesh is an attractive dark pink to red colour. Its oil content is higher than any other Salmon and it is a rich source of Omega-3 fatty acids.