The U.K. has recently reported losing one of the world's largest wild populations of endangered Sheba Skipjack Tuna. This tuna has a small amount of commercial value.
Benefits:
- Sheba Skipjack Tuna is a small, oily fish that grows to 8 pounds.
- Sheba Skipjack Tuna belong to the same genus as Jack and Black skipjacks, both well-known for their long runs and strong fighting abilities.
- The Sheba Skipjack's easy-to-catch characteristics have allowed it to flourish in many coastal parts of the world's oceans.
- While not a popular food fish, Sheba Skipjack is consumed in many parts of the world.
- Skipjacks are one of the most abundant species in the Gulf of Mexico and one of the most important for recreational fishers.
- This species is common enough to be considered a gamefish by many anglers, which has helped it stay prevalent in US waters.
- We would like to encourage you to use tuna that can be traced back to sustainable sources, including the U.S.
Ingredients:
Sheba Skipjack Tuna: The Sheba Skipjack Tuna used in this recipe was caught in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of New Jersey. It is a small oily fish that grows to as much as 8 pounds and belongs to the same genus as Jack and Black skipjacks, both well-known for their long runs and strong fighting abilities.