Chargrilled Bonito (Albacore) in Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Güeyu Mar, Spain
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From the wood-fired grills of Playa de Vega, Abel Álvarez brings his signature technique to conservas. This tin features bonito del norte (albacore tuna) grilled over eucalyptus wood and preserved in Arbequina extra virgin olive oil for a bold, smoky take on a Spanish classic.
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PRODUCER: Güeyu Mar
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ORIGIN: Asturias, Spain
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FISH VARIETY: Bonito del Norte / Albacore Tuna (Thunnus alalunga)
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PREPARATION: Line-caught albacore is grilled over eucalyptus wood and packed in Arbequina EVOO
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TEXTURE: Meaty and flaky, with a slight charred crust
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FLAVOR PROFILE:
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Aromas: Eucalyptus smoke, fresh olive oil, grilled fish
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Palate: Bold, savory, and rich with a clear grilled character
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Finish: Smooth, slightly smoky, with lingering olive oil depth
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PAIRINGS:
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White Rioja, Godello, or dry cider
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Vermouth or lightly smoked cocktails (mezcal, scotch)
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Grilled vegetables, charred lemon, or roasted potatoes
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SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
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Serve warm or room temp over crusty bread
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Flake into salads with fennel, citrus, or olives
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Pair with aioli, pickled onions, or a splash of sherry vinegar
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INGREDIENTS: Albacore tuna, extra virgin olive oil, salt
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CAUGHT IN: Bay of Biscay, Spain
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NET WEIGHT: (Confirm if needed)
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NOTES: Grilled over eucalyptus wood; minimal ingredients, maximum impact
Meaty, smoky, and rich—this is grilled tuna at its cleanest and most expressive.
From the wood-fired grills of Playa de Vega, Abel Álvarez brings his signature technique to conservas. This tin features bonito del norte (albacore tuna) grilled over eucalyptus wood and preserved in Arbequina extra virgin olive oil for a bold, smoky take on a Spanish classic.
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PRODUCER: Güeyu Mar
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ORIGIN: Asturias, Spain
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FISH VARIETY: Bonito del Norte / Albacore Tuna (Thunnus alalunga)
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PREPARATION: Line-caught albacore is grilled over eucalyptus wood and packed in Arbequina EVOO
-
TEXTURE: Meaty and flaky, with a slight charred crust
-
FLAVOR PROFILE:
-
Aromas: Eucalyptus smoke, fresh olive oil, grilled fish
-
Palate: Bold, savory, and rich with a clear grilled character
-
Finish: Smooth, slightly smoky, with lingering olive oil depth
-
-
PAIRINGS:
-
White Rioja, Godello, or dry cider
-
Vermouth or lightly smoked cocktails (mezcal, scotch)
-
Grilled vegetables, charred lemon, or roasted potatoes
-
-
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
-
Serve warm or room temp over crusty bread
-
Flake into salads with fennel, citrus, or olives
-
Pair with aioli, pickled onions, or a splash of sherry vinegar
-
-
INGREDIENTS: Albacore tuna, extra virgin olive oil, salt
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CAUGHT IN: Bay of Biscay, Spain
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NET WEIGHT: (Confirm if needed)
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NOTES: Grilled over eucalyptus wood; minimal ingredients, maximum impact
Meaty, smoky, and rich—this is grilled tuna at its cleanest and most expressive.