Range:

Oceans world-wide

Seasonality:

Year-round

Method of Capture:

Harpoon, Palagic Longline, Gillnet

Sustainability Consideration:

Populations in the Atlantic have shown signs of recovery after regulations and are closures enabled them to. Pacific populations appear to be healthy according to catch size, and there are Federal and State regulations. Use of circle hooks and dyed bait mitigates turtle capture and proper mesh on gillnet allows immature fish to escape.

Size Range:

50 pounds to 300 pounds

Flavor and Texture:

Rich, buttery and hearty with a dense, firm, juicy texture

Cooking Tips:

grill, sauté, broil, serve raw, salt, smoke, olive oil poach, confit, pickle