HOTARUIKA - FROZEN FIREFLY SQUID - Watasenia scintillans
Squid (烏賊) (Surume Ika, Yari Ika, etc.)
Packaged Seafood (パッケージ食品) (Frozen eel, pre-cut fish, vacuum-sealed items, etc.)
Description
冷凍ホタルイカ HOTARUIKA - FROZEN FIREFLY SQUID FROZEN - Watasenia scintillans
Location/Origin:
Hyogo
Size/Weight:
200g x 20 pack per case (Actual Weight May Vary)
21 pc / pack
Texture/Flavor Profile:
Hotaru Ika presents a robust,briny flavor profile with a unique richness sometimes likened to succulent shrimp. However, its flavor stands in a league of its own and is not equal to any other seafood.
Availability/Seasonality:
Currently FRESHNOT in Season
About:
Known as Firefly Squid or Hotaru Ika, this fascinating sea creature illuminates the ocean with its captivating blue glow during spawning season in Japan. This luminescent display signifies the advent of spring and the arrival of this gourmet delicacy. Small in size, measuring between two to three inches, these petite squids are savored raw or can be marinated and grilled to enhance their flavor.
For those wanting a gentle introduction to this squid variety, steaming it with dashi and serving over rice or pairing with a cucumber salad are excellent choices. For a full sensory experience, we recommend consuming Hotaru Ika whole to appreciate its diverse textures.
Location/Origin:
Hyogo
Size/Weight:
200g x 20 pack per case (Actual Weight May Vary)
21 pc / pack
Texture/Flavor Profile:
Hotaru Ika presents a robust,briny flavor profile with a unique richness sometimes likened to succulent shrimp. However, its flavor stands in a league of its own and is not equal to any other seafood.
Availability/Seasonality:
Currently FRESHNOT in Season
About:
Known as Firefly Squid or Hotaru Ika, this fascinating sea creature illuminates the ocean with its captivating blue glow during spawning season in Japan. This luminescent display signifies the advent of spring and the arrival of this gourmet delicacy. Small in size, measuring between two to three inches, these petite squids are savored raw or can be marinated and grilled to enhance their flavor.
For those wanting a gentle introduction to this squid variety, steaming it with dashi and serving over rice or pairing with a cucumber salad are excellent choices. For a full sensory experience, we recommend consuming Hotaru Ika whole to appreciate its diverse textures.