Bluefin Tuna Akami

48 total reviews

Details

Species: Pacific Bluefin Tuna
Scientific Names: Thunnus orientalis
Japanese Names: Hon Maguro
Cut: Saku (Block)
Flavor: Distinct bold flavor with light umami
Texture: Semi-firm; 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, Sushi, or Light Searing

Storage

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

Defrosting

For best results, keep in packaging and thaw in an ice bath for 30 minutes to 1 hour before preparing. Serve immediately. Once thawed, consume within 24 hours.

Riviera Seafood Club's Fresh Pacific Bluefin Tuna Akami ('Hon-Maguro' in Japanese) is prized around the world for its rich, meaty flavor and delicate features. Our Bluefin tuna are responsibly caught in the wild, and then ranched in the pristine waters of Baja by Bluefiná. Each and every Bluefin is harvested to order, always utilizing the Ike Jime method to maximize flavor and texture.

The Akami Cut is the leanest of the Bluefin Tuna cuts. Our Bluefin selections are sushi and sashimi grade, but we also recommend lightly searing this cut. There are notes of a distinct bold flavor with a hint of light umami, complemented by a semi-firm texture.

Each piece is perfectly cut as a Saku (or Block), individually packed and shipped using overnight delivery to your door.

We offer our Bluefin tuna superfrozen. Superfreezing is a method of freezing foods below -60°C, preserving the freshness and texture at optimal conditions, while also allowing you to store in your freezer for later consumption making this option extremely convenient.

Note: It is common practice to inject carbon monoxide in Bluefin Tuna to prevent a change in color after long storage. We DO NOT agree with this method and NEVER inject our bluefin tuna with carbon monoxide.

Time your defrost process to a couple of hours before your meal for the optimal outcome.

Yes and no. Yes, you can refreeze it for a future cooking preparation. No, if you plan on using it for raw preparation.

Yes! We suggest that most super-frozen products may be stored in a conventional freezer for up to 2 months upon usage.

The United States is late to the game... Many countries, including Japan, depend on this technology to assure minimal loss in quality and maximum gain in shelf life.

Customer Reviews

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Anthony Camaya

Always delicious

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Jodi Gangloff

Perfect! I can always count on RSC!

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Nick Yarnes

Product was good. Took almost a week to arrive after purchasing with overnight shipping.

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John Gutekanst
Love it

Love it

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Natalie Inniss-Felix
Outstanding quality!!!!

This company never disappoints with the freshness and quality of their fish. No matter which cut of bluefin tuna you choose, you will not be disappointed!

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Kim Montgomery
Yum!

Super tasty and fresh. My best friend who grew up in Hawaii is visiting so wanted to get one of her favorites. Super pleased with your product.

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jim rocco
As good as it gets

Best flavor of the cuts offered!

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Peter Jenkins
Very impressed!

I'm very impressed by the quality of both the tuna and the packaging/shipping. I will definitely order more, and recommend Riviera to others.

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Miyuki Muse
Good but Different

Compared to the bluefin tuna (Akami) I am accustomed to, it is different and does not have the depth in taste, which makes bluefin tuna more desirable than other species of tunas. Also, some of akami saku are close to ahi tuna in color and taste. Still, any fresh-tasting tuna sashimi is better than no tuna sashimi!

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Chris Ess
Fantastic

Food quality and selection is fantastic. Received my fresh Tuna Fin and it was absolutely amazing