Moonfish NZ Fillets Skin Off Bone Out 1kg/Fresh
Moonfish is also known as Opah. Moonfish has a rich, creamy taste and firm, fatty texture. The flavor is a cross between tuna and swordfish, distinctive but not overpowering.
NZ Moonfish is available from March through to August approximately.
Moonfish is a stunningly coloured fish. It has a silvery-grey upper body and fades to rose red and dotted white spots towards the belly. The name moonfish is perhaps derived from its large round profile.
The flesh has different colours, the cheeks are dark red. Near the backbone is an orangish flesh and towards the belly the colour changes to pink. When cooked all the flesh turns to a white colour.
Preparation: The Moonfish flesh is rich and fatty, with a variety of uses. Moonfish can be used for sashimi, grilling or smoking.
Shelf Life: Best consumed on arrival or within 3 days of receiving product.
Availability: Season is from March to August approximately.
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