"Sawara" - Japanese Spanish Mackerel

A popular fish among locals which can be used in a big variety of recipes.

These fish are also written with the Japanese character for spring, which explains the period of the year it can be caught. These fish are often served grilled and pickled with miso flavor.
Their taste is very subtle and can be compared with the taste of chicken breasts. It can be prepared in various ways, including sashimi, deep-frying or boiled. One of the popular local recipes is Kobujime, where the fish is put between kelp.