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Ahi Tuna

Thunnus albacares Allergens: Fish
Ahi Tuna

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Scombridae
  • Primary Cuisine Japanese, Pacific Rim
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Tuna fish

O Que É Ahi Tuna?

The common name for Yellowfin tuna, a large, fast-swimming fish known for its distinct red flesh, used in steaks, sashimi, and poke.

"The sushi bar superstar and cooking chameleon: understanding the nuances between Yellowfin and Bigeye for optimal culinary results."

Qual o Sabor de Ahi Tuna?

Mild, clean, slightly sweet, meaty

Taste
Umami, Briny, Mildly Sweet
Texture
Firm, Meaty (raw), Flaky (cooked medium-rare)
Aroma
Oceanic, Fresh, Clean
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Average Weight (Yellowfin)

100-200 lbs

Global Catch (Yellowfin)

~1.1 million tonnes/year

Omega-3 Content (100g)

0.2-0.5g

Informação Nutricional

Per 112g (4 oz)
Calories109 kcal
Total Fat0.95 g
Saturated Fat0.23 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol38 mg
Protein23.3 g
Total Carbohydrate0 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars0 g
Calcium12 mg
Iron1 mg
Potassium423 mg

Segredo do Chef

When using Ahi for sashimi or poke, ensure it's sushi-grade" or flash-frozen at ultra-low temperatures to ensure safety."

Substitutos e Proporções de Ahi Tuna

O melhor substituto para Ahi Tuna é Swordfish, usado na proporção de 1:1. Similar firm, meaty texture and mild flavor, excellent for grilling.

Substitutos para Ahi Tuna com proporções
Substituto Proporção Melhor para
Swordfish Melhor 1:1 Similar firm, meaty texture and mild flavor, excellent for grilling.
Salmon 1:1 Offers a richer flavor and flakier texture, but good for grilling/pan-searing.
Halibut 1:1 Very firm, white fish with a delicate flavor, ideal for similar cooking methods.
Mahi-Mahi 1:1 Firm texture and mild-to-medium flavor, great grilled or pan-fried.

Como Escolher e Armazenar Ahi Tuna

  1. Look for bright red/pink color, no discoloration or strong fishy odor.
  2. Opt for sustainably caught sources.

O Que Combina Bem Com Ahi Tuna?

  • Soy Sauce
  • Ginger
  • Wasabi
  • Avocado
  • Sesame Oil
  • Citrus
  • Asian Greens

Perguntas frequentes

Qual o sabor de Ahi Tuna?

Mild, clean, slightly sweet, meaty Oceanic, Fresh, Clean

Qual é um bom substituto para Ahi Tuna?

O melhor substituto é Swordfish (1:1). Similar firm, meaty texture and mild flavor, excellent for grilling.

Como escolher e armazenar Ahi Tuna?

Look for bright red/pink color, no discoloration or strong fishy odor. Opt for sustainably caught sources.

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