鯖- Saba
Mackerel
Mildness
☆☆☆☆☆
Richness
★★★★☆
Sourness
★★★★★
Aroma
★★★★★
Saba is a bluefish known for its distinctively rich umami and high fat content. It offers a firm texture and a deep, savoury flavour that spreads in the mouth. Mackerel is highly perishable—there is even a proverb saying "a mackerel rots alive"—it is typically served marinated in vinegar (su-zuke) to maintain its freshness and enhance its flavour.
The prime season for saba is from autumn to winter, when it is especially fatty and delicious.
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