Dan Logcher wrote:
> George wrote:
>
>> My question is whether "white tuna" is traditional Japanese and what
>> would it be called if it is? I searched a bit on the web where it was
>> only referred to as white tuna.
>
>
> It is albacore tuna, and called bincho maguro or shiro maguro.
> It is very tender, a pinkish color, and rich flavor. I do not think
> it is a traditional item, but it is becoming available all over.
>

I will have to ask my itamae when I get a chance and he's not so busy,
but the "white tuna" I was served was absolutely white with no pinkness
to it. My wife commented that it was almost too bland as she likes it a
bit stronger in flavor.

Thank you both, Dan & Musashi, for your help. I knew I had read the
issue on Oilfish before, but couldn't recall the details and appreciated
your indulgences in my repeat question.

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