What is ohyō in sushi?大鮃
This time, I looked into the various names and seasons for sushi ohyō.
How to call ohyō
【ohyō】Pacific halibut オヒョウ 大鮃
Halibut is a large saltwater fish with a flat body similar to flounder or flounder. The main species of halibut include Taiseiyo halibut” andTaiheiyo halibut.” The kanji “鮃” means large flounder. It is well-known in Japan that it is also known as “Oval flounder,” but it is also called “Sasa flounder” in Niigata Prefecture, “Masu flounder” in Miyagi Prefecture, etc. By the way, “halibut” is the name used in the Hokkaido region.
The peak season for ohyō
Halibut is a fish that is essential to the Japanese diet due to its delicious taste. Halibut is especially special during its peak season, from summer to fall.
Halibut is mainly caught around Hokkaido, and its season is from summer to autumn. Halibut at this time of year is fresh, firm, and has a light yet elegant flavor. Halibut also have a spawning season from fall to winter. For this reason, it is said that halibut from summer to fall, before spawning, is packed with nutrients and the meat becomes even more delicious.
Halibut can be enjoyed in a variety of ways, including sashimi, grilled, and boiled. In particular, halibut caught during the peak season stands out for its freshness and goes well with any type of dish. Halibut is also highly nutritious, especially rich in vitamin D, which helps strengthen bones and teeth.
