Sea Bass · 鱸 (すずき)

Light, clean, and refreshing — the perfect summer fish. Firm white flesh with subtle sweetness.

Summer suzuki is classically served arai — the slices rinsed in ice water until they flex and tighten, a cooler, springier bite.

Category: shiromi · Season: summer (peak Jun, Jul, Aug) · Origin: Japan, Korea

Preparations

Nigiri 握り · Sashimi 刺身 · Arai 洗い · Temaki 手卷

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