Description

Product Description:

Tuna Saku is a premium-grade, uniformly cut block of tuna meat, most commonly sourced from yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) or bluefin tuna. The term “saku” means “block” in Japanese, referring to its rectangular, sashimi-ready shape.

🐟 Key Features:

Texture: Firm, smooth, and meaty with little to no sinew.

Color: Vibrant deep red or ruby pink, depending on the tuna species.

Flavor: Clean, mild, and subtly sweet—ideal for raw preparations.

Cut: Usually skinless, boneless, and bloodline removed for convenience and consistent quality.

🍣 Common Uses:

Sashimi & Sushi

Poke bowls

Tataki (seared tuna)

Tuna tartare or carpaccio

🧊 Storage:

Tuna saku is typically vacuum-packed and frozen immediately after processing to maintain freshness and color. Best thawed in a refrigerator before slicing.