A pelagic bonito (not true tuna) of the Scombridae family, also called white tuna. Indian anglers pursue it in offshore waters for its speed, strength, and excellent food value. Scientific name: Gymnosarda unicolor.
Live lots change through the day. See all live lots
Firm, white to pale pink flesh with a mild, clean flavour; less oily than true tunas. Prized for sashimi and grilling.
Large central backbone with ribs; relatively easy to fillet. Watch for small pin bones along the lateral line.
In November, our outlook shows it in season around Chennai, Digha, Goa, Kochi, Mumbai and Port Blair.
Annual sea fishing bans: East coast annual fishing ban (15 Apr – 14 Jun); West coast monsoon fishing ban (1 Jun – 31 Jul). Fewer boats land fresh sea fish during these weeks.
Firm, white to pale pink flesh with a mild, clean flavour; less oily than true tunas. Prized for sashimi and grilling. Large central backbone with ribs; relatively easy to fillet. Watch for small pin bones along the lateral line.
Popular dishes include Tuna steaks (Coastal India), Fish curry (Kerala, Goa), Tuna fry (Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh) and Sashimi (Urban centres).
On the Fishing Journey Fish Market, FSSAI-registered sellers list fresh catch as lots. Bid up to your maximum or use Buy now where it is offered, pay from your wallet within 2 hours of winning and collect the fish with your pickup code.
Mechanised and motorised boats stop fishing at sea during the annual bans (East coast annual fishing ban (15 Apr – 14 Jun); West coast monsoon fishing ban (1 Jun – 31 Jul)), so less fresh sea fish is landed in those weeks. Check the Fish Market for live lots.
Dogtooth tuna fishing guide: bait, season and spots
