Sicilian tuna is a true excellence of the territory. The millennia-old experience of Sicilian red tuna fishing is passed down through the centuries from fisherman to fisherman. The Sicilian tuna fishery is part of the history of the Mediterranean and has been and still is of fundamental importance in the economy of the island. Even today, this highly prized product is appreciated and requested worldwide, as well as on the tables throughout Italy.
Also in the preserved in oil version, which is what we do. The meats of this fish are considered a very prized delicacy and come from fish over 100 kg. Exported worldwide, Sicilian tuna is very much appreciated even in the homeland of fish par excellence, such as in Japan.
Many species of tuna
There are numerous species of Sicilian tuna swimming in our splendid uncontaminated sea. Among these, we briefly mention:
- The bluefin tuna. Called so because of the intense color of its flesh, it is the most prized and the one at greatest risk of extinction. Its specimens can exceed 3 meters in length and 600 kg in weight.
- The little tunny. Perhaps the most fished type of tuna worldwide, with pink and very tender flesh. Its specimens rarely exceed 4 kg in weight.
- The albacore tuna. Also known as "longfin tuna" because of its scimitar-shaped pectoral fins. Generally, its specimens do not exceed one meter in length and 40 kg in weight.
The tuna in our canned products is precious bluefin tuna.
The qualities of red tuna
Among the many species of Sicilian tuna, the red one is certainly the most precious and sought after for its organoleptic qualities. Due to these qualities, red tuna is the variety included in the Mediterranean diet, and thanks to its high concentration of omega-3, vitamins, and minerals, it helps prevent many cardiovascular diseases and improve brain function, as well as regulate body weight.
Furthermore, red tuna has a high concentration of B vitamins, and its meat contains only 144 calories per hundred grams, making it perfect for any type of diet.
