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Species Name
Escolar
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Latin Name
Lepidocybium flavobrunneum
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Origin
Hawaii & Open Pacific
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Harvest Method
Hook & Line
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Range & Habitat
Southern Pacific & Hawaii
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Producer
The Hawaiian Fleet
Range & Habitat
Moderate, Lemon Finish
Wild Cobia are typically caught larger than 20 lbs. The Wild Cobia eat eel and swimmer cab. This allows for a sweet and complex flavor that is comparable to nothing else. In the early part of the year Cobia have a intramuscular "fat" content that mirrors your favorite pork. Grill, BBQ, Smoke, Pan Roast, Sous Vide.
Creamy, Delicate, Moist
This fish is not related to the Warehou species or other members of the Centrolophidae family which are called Butterfish in Japan. It is also not related to Walu or Escolar that is sometimes marketed as Butterfish in Hawaii. This is the real Butterfish, truly worthy of its name. Very Rich and Delicate! Poach, Saute, Broil, Steam.
Succulent, Sweet, Tender
Due to their preference for more brackish, low salinity waters, White Shrimp are sweet and tender -- the preferred choice of shrimp boat captains and local coastal residents.