Bonito

Bonito is somewhere between Mackerel and Tuna in looks and taste.

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Bonito

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Atlantic Bonito ranges in size from 1–5kg has quite a strong taste and a coarser texture than Tuna.

Dried Bonito flakes are used to make dashi – the Japanese cooking stock.

Quick guide to availability and yield

Availability of fish and shellfish. Yields of filleted fish