Frozen Yellowfin Tuna Saku
Latin Name: Thunnus albacares
Vietnamese Name: Cá ngừ vây vàng Saku
Korean Name: 황다랑어 사쿠 (Hwangdalangeo Saku)
Chinese Name: 黄鳍金枪鱼 (Huángqí jīnqiāngyú)
Japanese Name: キハダマグロサク (Kihada Maguro Saku)
French Name: Thon jaune Saku
Nutritional Information
Yellowfin tuna is an excellent source of protein and essential nutrients. Here are the nutritional details per 100 grams of raw yellowfin tuna:
- Calories: 108 kcal
- Protein: 23.4 g
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.13 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
- Sodium: 37 mg
- Potassium: 450 mg
- Vitamin A: 50 IU
- Vitamin C: 0 mg
- Calcium: 8 mg
- Iron: 1 mg
Yellowfin tuna is highly valued for its lean protein content, low fat, and abundance of essential vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for various diets.
Culinary Uses for Yellowfin Tuna Saku
Yellowfin Tuna Saku is known for its firm texture and mild taste, making it suitable for a variety of dishes in different cuisines. Here are some popular preparations:
Sashimi and Sushi:
- Japanese Cuisine: In Japan, Yellowfin Tuna Saku is often sliced thinly and served as sashimi with soy sauce, wasabi, and pickled ginger. It is also used in sushi, either as nigiri (fish on rice) or in sushi rolls.
Tataki:
- Japanese Cuisine: Tataki involves lightly searing the outside of the tuna while keeping the interior raw, then slicing it thinly and serving it with ponzu sauce and garnishes like grated ginger and garlic.
Poke Bowls:
- Hawaiian Cuisine: Poke bowls are popular worldwide, featuring cubed raw Yellowfin Tuna Saku marinated in soy sauce and sesame oil, mixed with onions and seaweed, and served over rice with fresh vegetables.
Grilled Tuna Steaks:
- Western Cuisine: Grilled Yellowfin Tuna Saku steaks are a favorite in many Western countries. The tuna is seasoned with herbs and spices, then grilled to the desired doneness and served with vegetables or salad.
Seared Tuna:
- Western Cuisine: Seared tuna involves cooking the tuna quickly on high heat to create a crust while keeping the inside rare. It is often served with a sesame crust and a soy-ginger dipping sauce.
Tuna Salad:
- Western Cuisine: Yellowfin Tuna Saku can be used in salads, mixed with fresh greens, tomatoes, olives, and dressed with olive oil, lemon juice, and capers for a light, healthy meal.
Tuna Carpaccio:
- Italian Cuisine: Thin slices of raw Yellowfin Tuna Saku are drizzled with olive oil and lemon juice, then garnished with arugula, capers, and shaved Parmesan cheese.
Tuna Tacos:
- Mexican Cuisine: Marinated and seared Yellowfin Tuna Saku is served in soft tortillas with avocado, salsa, and a squeeze of lime for a fresh and vibrant dish.
Sourced and Processed by Baseafood, Vietnam
Yellowfin Tuna Saku sourced from the Vietnam ocean is renowned for its high quality, thanks to the region's rich marine biodiversity. The processing is handled by Baseafood, a leading Vietnamese company that ensures the highest standards of quality and safety. Baseafood uses advanced techniques to preserve the freshness and nutritional value of the tuna, providing a premium product suitable for various culinary applications.
