{"product_id":"japanese-horse-mackerel-aji-fillet","title":"Japanese Horse Mackerel (Aji) Fillet - Sushi Grade (20 pieces)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eOur \u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eJapanese Horse Mackerel (Aji) Fillets\u003c\/strong\u003e are sourced from Japan and prepared in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003etraditional sushi style\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the skin \u003cstrong data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003elargely scraped and removed\u003c\/strong\u003e prior to packing. Because aji is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003enaturally small fish\u003c\/strong\u003e, further skin removal is often not possible without compromising the fillet—this preparation is intentional and designed for immediate use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003eAji is valued in Japanese cuisine for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1480\" data-end=\"1531\"\u003eclean, lightly oily flavor and delicate texture\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike heavier mackerel species, it is refreshing and balanced, making it ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003esashimi, nigiri, or simple raw preparations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1864\"\u003eThese fillets are intended to be enjoyed \u003cstrong data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eas-is\u003c\/strong\u003e, requiring little to no additional prep beyond slicing. When freshness is respected, aji delivers one of the purest expressions of everyday sushi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1866\" data-end=\"1869\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eWhy Japanese Aji?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003eJapanese aji is prized because it is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1932\" data-end=\"1962\"\u003eNaturally small and delicate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003ePrepared specifically for sushi consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2046\"\u003eMild and clean, not overly oily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eBest enjoyed fresh and simply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2082\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003eIn traditional Edomae sushi, aji is a test of both sourcing and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2162\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eHow to Enjoy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003eSlice gently for sashimi or nigiri\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003eServe chilled with minimal seasoning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2304\"\u003eExcellent with ginger, scallion, or citrus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2347\"\u003eCan be lightly cured, but not required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003eHeavy cooking or aggressive seasoning is not recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2413\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2469\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2446\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Horse Mackerel (Aji)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2494\" data-end=\"2513\"\u003eHarvest Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild-caught\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2530\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fillet, skin mostly removed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2581\"\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sushi-grade handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2665\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh or frozen depending on availability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2698\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2682\"\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vacuum sealed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2728\"\u003eStorage Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2779\"\u003eRefrigerate or freeze immediately upon arrival\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2826\"\u003eIf frozen, thaw slowly under refrigeration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2878\"\u003eConsume promptly after thawing for best quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Nordic Catch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53619906347318,"sku":"NCSL524","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/1606\/0271\/files\/JapaneseMackerelAjiFillet.webp?v=1769721236","url":"https:\/\/nordiccatch.com\/products\/japanese-horse-mackerel-aji-fillet","provider":"Nordic Catch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}