Today, we will talk about purchasing and preparing raw fish; a gourmet treat unfamiliar to most Americans. The first fish we will experiment with is the bluefin tuna. Our piece of fish is from Nova Scotia and was flown in fresh today to one of the best fish markets here in New York City.
When buying bluefin tuna, you must consider four things: first, the fish should be cold, between 40 and 45 degrees F, but should not be frozen, a process which destroys some of its delicate flavor. Second, you must decide what color of meat best suits your taste. Bluefin meat ranges from bright red to pink. Third, you must know the cut that you are buying. The best cuts come from the muscle around the body cavity. And last, you should know how much to pay for this exquisite fish.
What we have here cost $ 18.00 a pound in a retail fish market, and would cost $ 25 to $ 50 a pound in a restaurant. Now we will look at some ways to prepare this fish for the table.
What is the speaker's purpose?
To sell the bluefin tuna.
To explain how to judge the bluefin tuna.
To interest investors in a fish restaurant.
To analyze the market for fish in New York City.