Bluefin Tuna Otoro

Details

Species: Bluefin Tuna
Scientific Name: Thunnus orientalis
Japanese Name: Hon Maguro
Cut: Saku (Block)
Flavor: Full rich flavor with very high umami
Texture: Soft and buttery; skin-off, no bones
Source: Ranched in or near Baja, Mexico
Method of Harvest: Ikejime
Responsibly sourced: Yes
Packaged: Superfrozen
Sushi Grade: Yes
Recommended Preparation: Sashimi or Sushi

Storage

Store in a conventional freezer. For best results and to reduce the chance of oxidization (color change) please consume immediately or within 1-2 weeks of receiving. Once thawed, consume within 24 hours.

Defrosting

Bluefin Tuna Otoro is celebrated worldwide for its luxurious, buttery flavor, rich umami, and exquisite texture. Responsibly sourced from the wild, our Bluefin tuna are sustainably ranched by Bluefiná in Baja’s pristine waters. Each fish is harvested to order using the Ike Jime method, ensuring peak flavor and texture.

Otoro, the belly cut of Bluefin Tuna, is renowned for its intense fat marbling, delivering a melt-in-your-mouth experience with unmatched tenderness. Each bite offers a wave of deep, savory umami flavors paired with an exceptionally creamy texture. This premium cut is often reserved for the finest sushi establishments.

Each piece is expertly prepared as a Saku (Block), carefully packed, and shipped overnight directly to your door.

FOR BEST RESULTS, CONSUME IMMEDIATELY UPON DELIVERY

Note: Many producers treat Bluefin Tuna with carbon monoxide to maintain color during long storage. We strongly oppose this practice and guarantee our Bluefin tuna is NEVER treated with carbon monoxide.