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Tuna, Yellowfin
Tuna, Yellowfin
Scientific Name:
Thunnus albacares
Common Name:
Yellowfin tuna, Pacific yellowfin, ahi (Hawaiian), “light-meat” tuna
Flavor:
Moderate
Texture:
Medium/Firm
Product Information:
Yellowfin tuna has a mild, meaty flavor — similar, some say, to swordfish. It’s more flavorful than albacore, but leaner than bluefin. The meat is bright red in its raw state but, when cooked, turns brown to grayish-tan, firm and moist, with large flakes. Yellowfin is also served raw as sashimi and in sushi. Canned product (light-meat tuna) is a bit darker than canned albacore and is often blended with skipjack tuna.Look for tuna meat with a glistening, wet look. The ideal is bright translucent red. Fat is desirable, as more fat means more flavor.
Product Forms:
Fresh: H&G, Chunks, Loins, Steaks Frozen: H&G, Chunks, Loins, Steaks Value-added: Canned, Pre-marinated steaks, Smoked strips and jerky, Sashimi, Burgers (patties)
Substitutions:
Swordfish, Mako shark, Other tunas
Cooking Tips:
Yellowfin is excellent raw, but for grilling and broiling, cut steaks 1 1/2 inches thick. The tuna needs little flavor enhancement; just brush with olive oil and sprinkle with seasoning. For a milder taste, remove the dark lateral line from the meat. Tuna can also marinate for several hours without becoming “cooked.” Try a marinade of white wine, a little oil and some brown sugar for an hour or two before grilling.
Cooking Methods:
Bake
Broil
Grill
Saute'
Smoke
Global Supply:
France, Indonesia, Japan, Mexico, Philippines, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, United States
Amount Per Serving - Serving Size 100 g/3.5oz
Calories
108
Fat Calories
8.1
Total Fat
0.9 g
Saturated Fat
0.2 g
Cholesterol
45 mg
Sodium
37 mg
Protein
23.4 g
Omega-3
0.2 g
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. fdc.nal.usda.gov.
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