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Species Name
Uni
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Latin Name
Strongylocentrotus franciscanus
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Origin
Southern California
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Harvest Method
Foraged
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Range & Habitat
Southern California & Mexico
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Producer
Baja Peninsula Fleet
Range & Habitat
Moderate, Moist, Paper White
Baya Grouper have a pristine White flesh that compare closely to Cabrila and Baqueta. The Baya would compare to other Pacific Groupers and Sea Bass the same that Atlantic Black Groupers rival Reds. Baya Grouper have a high amount of natural sugars that lend to great caramelization and color. Baya Grouper hold up to most cooking methods and applications.
Ceviche, Saute, Pan Roast, Grill, Poach.
Clean, Moist, Flaky, Paper White
Rich with Omega-3 oil, Fega Barramundi is the perfect choice for the increasing health savvy foodie’s and restaurant dinners. Raised with no antibiotics or hormones the fish makes a perfect all natural choice to replace halibut. As seen on the Dr. Oz Show, host Dr. Mehmut Oz claims Barramundi is “number 1 out of 5 top super foods to eat in 2010”. America’s favorite doctor tells the viewers its “free of mercury but full of heart and brain healthy Omega-3s. Omega-3s are known to help your body fight cancer along with reducing the risks of heart attacks, strokes and lowering blood pressure. In fact, Barramundi is higher in Omega-3s than Salmon and has half the calories”.
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.