Sashimi Ahi 1+
Similar in brilliant red qualities as the 1++ grade with a slight decrease in red color brightness and fat content. The color of 1+ is still beyond any grade of Ahi available in the world. This grade of Hawaiian Ahi offers excellent translucency and will glow red after cutting and "breathing" the oxygen in the air.
- Characteristics:
- Color: Deep apple red
- Texture: Dry, sticky
- Flavor: Buttery
- Oil Content: High
- Water Content: Very low
- Translucency:
- Shelf Life: 8-10 days
- Taste:
- Compare To:
- Cooking:
- Bake: Deep apple red
- Saute:
- Sear: Excellent
- Grill: Fantastic
- Sashimi: Excellent; carpachio, tartar, poke
- Other Uses:
- Ordering:
- Ahi loins are always fresh, never frozen. Each loin is vacuum-sealed with dry lock fresh guard. Minimum order for this species is 5lb. units. Loins are skin-on, bone-out and bloodline-trimmed. Loin sections range from 5lbs. to 25 lbs.