In the world of sashimi, Otoro sits at the apex and is considered to be the finest morsel of fish you can put in your mouth. Out of all the different types of tuna, Otoro can come only from the belly of the bluefin tuna.
Its melt-in-your-mouth quality will surely have you begging for more! The unique sumptuous taste of Otoro charms most people the first time they try the rich and creamy experience in their mouths. The most common remark you hear from people trying Otoro for the first time is ‘melts in your mouth!’
Otoro (Tuna Belly) is taken from the lowest section of the tuna belly and has the highest fat content. It is excellently marbled and lighter in colour, compared to regular tuna belly. Top chefs compete regularly for Otoro supply as this stuff is scarce, and prices can reach ridiculously high levels on days when the tuna catch is low