Senzaki Toro Aji” season has been declared.

Senzaki Toro Aji" (horse mackerel) is now in season.

During the period when horse mackerels are in season (around May to July), a certain amount of horse mackerels landed at the Senzaki market are measured using a near-infrared spectrometer, and the Fisheries Cooperative Association Nagato Supervisory Branch issues a "Senzaki season declaration" on the day when the average fat content exceeds 10%.

This year, the first such notice was issued on June 14 (Mon.). The season's horse mackerels, which have more fat and flavor, are sold in stores under the name of "Senzaki Toro Aji".

A view of the Senza Kitchen direct sales counter at Roadside Station. A season declaration has been issued, and banners stand up on days when "Senzaki Toro Aji" is on sale.

Senzaki Toro Aji" landmark

The sticker on the label is a reminder to eat the delicious fish of Senzaki and to cherish the season.

Recommended way to eat

Fresh horse mackerel can be prepared in a variety of ways in addition to the standard dishes such as sashimi and salted and grilled. Large horse mackerels have a deeper flavor when cooked, so they can be prepared in the style of mackerel stewed with miso or cooked with ara.

Sashimi: Sashimi is served in sashimi soy sauce with wasabi (Japanese horseradish) on top. If you prefer a different taste, drizzle olive oil instead of soy sauce and sprinkle salt on top.
Tataki】Add chopped green onion and ginger, and mix with a knife. Add wasabi (Japanese horseradish), yuzu kosho (Japanese citrus pepper), and grated garlic.
Nanban-zuke: Small sized horse mackerels called "zengo" are often cooked as "nanban-zuke". The fish is coated with flour and deep fried, then marinated in a sweet and sour sauce with onions, carrots, cucumbers, and hawk's claws.
Nama-zushi: Horse mackerel with the head and entrails removed is marinated in sweet and sour vinegar, and slices of ginger and cucumber are inserted into the belly.

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