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Laurent Gras’s Favorite Fish

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Harame

“A spectacular fish from Japan’s Okayama prefecture, harame is very moist and delicate, with a high protein content. I think it’s best eaten raw.”

Kindai

“This new variety of bluefin tuna is sustainably farmed in Japan. Its flavor is fresh and pristine.”

Onaga

“Also called ruby snapper, this wild Hawaiian fish has very clean, subtly sweet flavors. It’s a funny fish; it doesn’t look oily but has lots of great fat.”

Shimaaji

“A young yellowtail (a.k.a. striped jack) with a high fat content and a mild, sweet flavor. It’s great seared and works well with citrus and vinegar.”