What is awabi in sushi?鮑
This time, I looked into the various names and seasons for sushi awabi.
How to call awabi
【awabi】abalone アワビ 鮑
Abalone is a type of large snail. In China, it is called abalone fish” (paoyu), but in Japan, the names change slightly depending on the firmness of the flesh; those with a chewy texture are calledmale shellfish,” and those with soft flesh are called “female shellfish.” ” is used accordingly.
By the way, Otoko shellfish are suitable for eating raw.
When it comes to Japanese kanji, there are four patterns of kanji for abalone, but different kanji are used depending on whether the abalone has a traditional feel or how the abalone is prepared.
The peak season for awabi
The season for abalone varies depending on the type and production area. Generally, the season is from July to September in summer. During this period, the sea water temperature is around 20 degrees Celsius, and the abalone are in their spawning season, making the abalone rich in nutrients and delicious.
On the other hand, Ezo abalone is said to be in season during the winter months from November to January. This is because the spawning season for Ezo abalone runs from summer to autumn, and in Iwate Prefecture, where the most abalone is caught, fishing is only carried out in November and December to protect the resource.
In addition, black abalone and mega abalone, which are caught south of the Kanto region, have a spawning season from autumn to winter, and their best season is summer.
From this information, we can see that the season for abalone differs depending on the type and production area. By tasting abalone during each season, you can enjoy its deliciousness to the fullest.
