Types of tuna – discover the most valuable varieties

The inhabitants of the Mediterranean Sea are numerous and some of these fish species are truly prized. In particular, in Mare Nostrum There are different types of tuna, all equally sought after.

Let's look at some of their characteristics together.

Types of tuna – bluefin tuna

Bluefin tuna is among the most fished and most requested species.

In addition to the intense red color of its flesh, it is also characterized by its crescent-shaped tail. This type of fish can be found in the Mediterranean Sea but not only and it is also there variety of tuna at greater risk of extinction.

among its tuna-based fish excellences also the can of tuna natural, made with a careful selection of tuna fillets , to guarantee the final consumer a product of excellent quality.

There are various types of products made from tender tuna meat,

Albacore tuna

Another variety of tuna present in large quantities in the Pacific Ocean, but also in the Mediterranean Sea, is the albacore tuna .

So defined for the long haul pectoral fins that characterize it, almost sabre-shaped. Not everyone knows that this type of fish is also often defined white tuna , precisely because of the white meat, with shades of pink, which characterizes it.

Compared to bluefin tuna, its size is smaller and its meat is less fatty, its eggs are also very popular.

Mare Puro's flagship products include: albacore tuna fillets in olive oil, with soft flesh and a citrus scent.

They are ideal for creating gods tasty seafood appetizers .

Speaking of recipes , we leave you some useful advice for an easy and tasty preparation with albacore fillets.

Pan-fried albacore Mediterranean style

Albacore fillets are a meat with a rich and delicious flavour, which is why our advice is to leave them as natural as possible.

A recipe really quick, to further enhance the taste of this product, it involves sautéing the albacore fillets in the pan for a few minutes with some cherry tomatoes and gods capers .

The fresh and natural flavor of the tomato will give an even more Mediterranean character to your fish dish.