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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
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.
Sweet, Moist, Tender
MSC Certified and Radiation tested, this is the pinnacle of Japanese Seafood. With an intricate sweetness, and abundant moisture, the Yesso Giant Scallop will sear, poach, broil and slice raw with little effort. Treat your guests and staff to a culinary "Giant". Let the MSC Certification and Radiation testing sell this product.