Yellowtail Amberjack (Hiramasa)

Aquaculture, Baja California.

Yellowtail (Seriola lalandi; also called Hiramasa in Japan and Kingfish in Australia) is highly regarded by the Japanese who use it in its raw state as sashimi or sushi. If you prefer cooked fish, yellowtail is also good grilled seared or baked, especially when cooked rare.

It has a firm texture with large flakes and a bright almost sweet flavor. We like it quickly seared on all sides and serve it with an Asian marinade. Low mercury level. Kosher.