Experience the richest and most prized cut of Atlantic Bluefin tuna in a smaller, more accessible portion. Cut from the highly marbled front belly, this ultra-frozen Otoro Harakami delivers an exceptionally buttery texture and deep umami flavor for sashimi, nigiri, and premium sushi at home.
Enjoy within 2 days or keep on dry ice! Tuna will naturally turn brown even when stored in your conventional freezer! Please read handling instructions!
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Must be kept below -60°C, or enjoy within 2 days from delivery.
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The most prized cut of Atlantic Bluefin Tuna!
Full product description
The Ultimate Cut of Bluefin Tuna
Otoro is taken from the fattiest part of the Bluefin tuna belly. Harakami comes specifically from the front belly near the head, where the marbling is most concentrated and the texture is exceptionally tender.
This smaller block offers the same luxurious experience as our full-size Otoro Harakami at a more approachable price. It is ideal for first-time Otoro customers, intimate sushi nights, or anyone who wants to enjoy this prized cut without purchasing a 1.5–2 lb block.
What Does Otoro Taste Like?
Otoro is known for its extraordinary marbling and melt-in-your-mouth texture. The natural fat creates a rich, buttery flavor balanced by gentle sweetness and deep umami.
Expect:
Exceptional marbling
Soft, creamy texture
Rich umami flavor
Balanced natural sweetness
A clean, buttery finish
How to Enjoy Otoro Harakami
Allow the Otoro to thaw slowly under refrigeration, then slice it against the grain using a very sharp knife.
Best served as:
Sashimi
Nigiri
Hand rolls
Premium sushi bowls
Otoro tartare
An at-home omakase course
Serve simply with sushi rice, fresh wasabi, high-quality soy sauce, or flaky sea salt. Otoro’s natural richness should remain the focus.
Product Details
Product: Bluefin Tuna Otoro Harakami
Species: Atlantic Bluefin Tuna (Thunnus thynnus)
Cut: Front belly
Portion Size: Approximately 9-12 oz
Country of Origin: Processed in Korea
Condition: Ultra-frozen
Texture: Exceptionally tender and buttery
Flavor: Rich, clean, mildly sweet, and deeply savory
Best Uses: Sashimi, nigiri, hand rolls, tartare, and sushi bowls
Important Handling Instructions
Bluefin Otoro must remain below -60°C (-76°F) for long-term frozen storage. A standard home freezer does not reach this temperature.
Keep the unopened product on dry ice until ready to thaw, or enjoy it within two days of delivery. Thaw under refrigeration only and consume the same day it is thawed.
Because this tuna is not color-treated, it will naturally darken when stored in a conventional freezer. This color change is normal but indicates that the product should be enjoyed promptly.
Nordic Catch cannot offer refunds or replacements for products that are not stored and handled according to these instructions.
Important handling instructions
Should only be stored in your conventional freezer up to 5 days.
Consider purchasing dry ice to keep stored for a longer duration.
Must enjoy the same day as thawing.
This tuna will naturally darken very rapidly, unless stored at temperatures below -60°C degrees.
Portion per pack
This bluefin otoro portion will range from 9-12oz per pack.
Grading
Otoro Harakami - The best of the best.
Otoro comes from the belly side and within that area, Harakami is specifically the front belly toward the head, and regarded as the most prized cut.
Species Name
Thunnus thynnus (Atlantic Bluefin Tuna) - The largest and most prized species
WOW! Incredible Otoro! The marbling was beautiful, with that perfect balance of buttery richness and clean ocean flavor. It practically melted in my mouth. It was smooth, delicate, and unbelievable quality. The texture was silky and luxurious, exactly what you hope for.
Hands down the best I’ve had.
Beyond the quality of the fish, Nordic Catch’s customer service is truly top-notch. They’re responsive, professional, and genuinely care about making sure everything arrives perfectly. The combination of premium product and exceptional service makes this an easy five stars. Highly recommend!
Absolutely phenomenal Otoro. The marbling was gorgeous! The delicate, even ribbons of fat that gave each slice that signature buttery richness. It was silky, luxurious, and truly melted in my mouth with a clean, fresh finish. You can immediately tell this is premium quality tuna.
We enjoyed it both as sashimi and lightly seared, and the searing took it to another level. A quick kiss of heat from a torch caramelized the outside just enough to enhance the natural sweetness while keeping the center perfectly tender and melt-in-your-mouth. The contrast in texture was incredible.
This is the kind of fish you expect at a high-end omakase experience. If you want to elevate your sushi night or impress someone special, this Otoro is an absolute showstopper. Highly recommend!
The otoro was absolutely exceptional. Beautifully marbled, incredibly fresh, and so tender it practically melted on my tongue. The flavor was rich and buttery with a perfectly clean finish. Will be ordering again.
We are regulars in Denver at a place called Sushi Den. They have fish available from ocean to table within 24 hours. We always get that toro... this otoro is better than that. This was hands down the best toro we have ever had. The only bummer is that our freezer does not accommodate this fish so we had to consume within days.... but it was a delicious bummer. We will definitely order this again. In fact, everything we ordered from here was absolutely fantastic. So happy I gave this site a try.
So punctual and the delivery process was so thoughtful seeing as I placed an order for a birthday it arrived even early! It came with trustworthy packaging and instructions. The fish was fresh and delicious too! Definitely would buy from here again for sushi grade fish!
Awesome customer service and incredible product! Arrived super quick and the communication about delivery was great! Will definitely be ordering again!
