Did you know that there are many different varieties of tuna? Read below for more information on some of the species of tuna that is more commonly consumed.
Albacore
- Light flesh and mild flavor
- Canned as “white meat tuna”
- Bluefin
- Dark red flesh and fattiest of any tuna
- Best option for fresh tuna and is used almost exclusively in sashimi and sushi dishes
- SkipJack
- Strong flavor
- Canned as chunk light tuna
- Yellowfin (Ahi)
- Light pink with mild flavor
- Comparable to bluefin tuna and is often marketed as frozen tuna steaks of fresh loins or steaks.
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