Born in Japan. Perfected by Balfegó
The technique of ultra-freezing at -60ºC the best bluefin tuna in the world, the Balfegó bluefin tuna. A method that, thanks to its precision and the latest technology, manages to keep the product's organoleptic qualities intact.
The new range of formats ultra-frozen at -60 °C under the seal Balfegó Tuna Grade guarantees the excellence, sustainability and traceability that characterize bluefin tuna Balfegó, with versatile cuts created to provide quality solutions for professional kitchens.
Different qualities without losing what defines us.
BALFEGÓ QUALITY
The ultimate expression of bluefin tuna.
Our most exclusive range. This category is intended for raw preparations, where the purity of taste, texture, and color of bluefin tuna reaches its peak. Each piece is carefully selected to meet the highest standards, making them ideal for culinary techniques that require exceptional quality.
Balance between excellence and authenticity. This range offers a quality alternative, recommended for cooked dishes where the intense flavor and firm texture of bluefin tuna take center stage. This category is designed to give its best in culinary techniques such as grilling, griddling, or stews, where heat enhances its nuances and juiciness.
OPTIMAL CONSERVATION
FREEZING AT -60ºC
PRESERVATION OF THE PROPERTIES OF BALFEGÓ BLUEFIN TUNA
EASY HANDLING AND MINIMAL SHRINKAGE
QUALITY SOLUTION FOR PROFESSIONAL KITCHENS
CUTTING AND FORMAT PRECISION
250-gram pieces individually wrapped and ultra-frozen at -60°C, which guarantees the complete preservation of the flavor, texture and color of Balfegó bluefin tuna. This format is designed to optimize culinary work, reduce shrinkage and guarantee an impeccable result in every dish. Each piece keeps the sustainability and quality of Balfegó intact.
PRODUCT AVAILABLE IN:
- BALFEGÓ QUALITY
- SELECTED QUALITY
250 G PIECES BOXES OF 3 AND 5 KG 3 CM THICK
The tuna belly sakus come from a whole tuna belly (of the weight requested by the customer), which is accurately cut into rectangular blocks, thus adapting to the needs of each kitchen. This part of the tuna, known for its fatty infiltration and texture, is presented in perfect portions, perfect for preparations that demand precision.
PRODUCT AVAILABLE IN: - BALFEGÓ QUALITY
250 G PIECES
BOXES BETWEEN 6 AND 18 KG 3 CM THICK
PRODUCT AVAILABLE IN:
- BALFEGÓ QUALITY
- SELECTED QUALITY
This new format of bluefin tuna loin, weighing 1 kg, is designed to respond to the demands of kitchens that work with high volumes without compromising the quality of the product. Individually wrapped, the tablet keeps its original qualities intact color, texture and flavor. A format designed to streamline work in professional kitchens and reduce both preparation time and shrinkage, always ensuring an excellent result. 1 KG PIECES
Balfegó tuna kirimi is made by slicing the loin. It is a cut with a honeyed texture, balanced infiltration and great versatility in the kitchen. This piece, which ranges between 200 g and 500 g, ultrafrozen at -60°C to preserve all its organoleptic properties, Balfegó bluefin tuna sirloin offers an excellent yield both raw and cooked. It is an ideal product for tatakis, griddled dishes, grilled dishes or preparations in which it is important to highlight the authenticity of the product.
PRODUCT AVAILABLE IN:
- BALFEGÓ QUALITY
- SELECTED QUALITY
200–500 G PIECES
3 CM THICK
5 KG BOXES
Weighing approximately 2 kg, this format is designed to offer chefs the freedom to portion accurately, adapting to the demands of each cooking style. Its whole presentation respects the natural shape of the belly, allowing a clear view of the fat vein and facilitating cuts according to the desired cooking or plating method.
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BALFEGÓ QUALITY
Follow these simple steps to preserve the full quality and flavor of bluefin tuna.
Step 1
In a container with water at 38ºC, add 35 grams of salt per liter poured.
Step 2
Open the product and place it in the container. Be careful if you add more than one piece, you must ensure that they do not touch each other. Leave it in the water for 20 minutes.
*With a thermal immersion circulator: Without removing the product from the packaging, place it in a thermal immersion circulator in 2 liters of water and 70 g of salt at 38ºC for 15 minutes.
Step 3
Dry the product and wrap it in absorbent paper, leaving it at room temperature for 20 minutes to allow it to regain its color and oxygenate.
*With a thermal immersion circulator: After 15 minutes, remove it from the packaging, dry it with absorbent paper and let it sit for 20 minutes at room temperature.
Step 4
Finally, let it rest for 20 more minutes in a cold room (between 2 and 4ºC).
*You can store it for up to 3 days in a cold room, wrapped in absorbent paper and changing the paper twice a day.
Discover the full culinary potential of Balfegó's new bluefin tuna products through recipes created by chefs who share our passion for excellence, traceability, and sustainability. Discover culinary offerings in our blog that elevate each new format to the highest level.
It's not just about being the best; it's also about doing it right
Without responsibility there is no excellence, which is why everything that we do – from the capture of bluefin tuna to the distribution of our Balfegó Tuna Grade products – follows criteria of sustainability, transparency and respect.
We are the first company in the bluefin tuna fishing sector to obtain B Corp certification, due to our commitment to sustainability, social responsibility and having a positive impact on the environment and the community.
In addition, our selective fishing system, the technique of capture by means of fencing and biological control of the resource, ensure the continuity of the species and the highest quality in the end product.
-60 Cº tuna grade
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