Post by: drck1000 on September 24, 2020, 09:47:12 AM
One positive thing about recent events is that many shops and other sources have offered fresh fish for sale direct to consumers and at great prices. The pricing isn't as good as what was being offered back in the late March - early April timeframe, but still awesome prices.
I've been given some pretty nice chunks of very good grade ahi from friends who fish, but also have been buying from a few local vendors. Typically get 2-3 chunks of ahi in the #3-#4 range. Sashimi is always first up, but can only eat so much sashimi.
Poke for some of the sections of the slab as well. What are some of your favorite poke recipies?
I've also been picking up some fresh ono, mahi, and some others. Simple salt and pepper and pan fry is always a favorite. Been doing some fish tempura as well and have tried various methods for different coating consistency.
I can eat a lot of fish. Never thought I would say this, but at times I had gotten tired of fresh ahi and started looking for other ways to prepare.
Post by: Drakiir84 on September 24, 2020, 10:10:52 AM
What are your favorite ways to prepare fresh ahi, or other fish?
One positive thing about recent events is that many shops and other sources have offered fresh fish for sale direct to consumers and at great prices. The pricing isn't as good as what was being offered back in the late March - early April timeframe, but still awesome prices.
I've been given some pretty nice chunks of very good grade ahi from friends who fish, but also have been buying from a few local vendors. Typically get 2-3 chunks of ahi in the #3-#4 range. Sashimi is always first up, but can only eat so much sashimi.
Poke for some of the sections of the slab as well. What are some of your favorite poke recipies?
I've also been picking up some fresh ono, mahi, and some others. Simple salt and pepper and pan fry is always a favorite. Been doing some fish tempura as well and have tried various methods for different coating consistency.
I can eat a lot of fish. Never thought I would say this, but at times I had gotten tired of fresh ahi and started looking for other ways to prepare.
I'm getting sick of your negative posts.....
Post by: drck1000 on September 24, 2020, 10:15:19 AM
I'm getting sick of your negative posts.....No worry beef curry. I’m sure a thread on steaks will be started eventually. 😝
Post by: Drakiir84 on September 24, 2020, 10:17:01 AM
No worry beef curry. I’m sure a thread on steaks will be started eventually. 😝Making a brisket on Friday ;-)
Post by: drck1000 on September 24, 2020, 10:25:52 AM
Making a brisket on Friday ;-)Pics of video, or it didn't happen! I volunteer to be Quality Control specialist. ;D
Hopefully, I'm gonna be off this weekend. First weekend off in I can't remember how long. Already looking at which whiskeys are gonna be on the menu. :geekdanc:
Post by: oldfart on September 24, 2020, 01:20:53 PM
Making a brisket on Friday ;-)....
Wow, lualau.
What da address?
Post by: robtmc on September 24, 2020, 05:11:27 PM
Sauces are my bane. Did come up with a mayo-wasabi-mirin blend that is not bad. Roy's soy-mustard is OK, but cannot make a buerre blanc to save myself.
I would really like to come across a good source for sauce recipes used for fish. help extend my preparation choices.
That said, a good asian slaw recipe would be nice. Made a few mediocre ones.
Post by: robtmc on September 24, 2020, 05:13:14 PM
Making a brisket on Friday ;-)Will be making a big pot of chili after we finish off the Sichuan chicken I made.
Post by: Heavies on September 24, 2020, 07:59:51 PM
https://youtu.be/AO1Lf9EZWMA (https://youtu.be/AO1Lf9EZWMA)
My version
(https://i.imgur.com/qnCslKI.jpg)
Post by: drck1000 on September 24, 2020, 09:21:03 PM
I still am working on my version of Roy's blackened ahi. Getting better at is, still do not have a decent knife to get fine slices.I've experimented with seared quite a bit. Finally have it down pretty well. Haven't tried blackened.
Sauces are my bane. Did come up with a mayo-wasabi-mirin blend that is not bad. Roy's soy-mustard is OK, but cannot make a buerre blanc to save myself.
I would really like to come across a good source for sauce recipes used for fish. help extend my preparation choices.
That said, a good asian slaw recipe would be nice. Made a few mediocre ones.
For sauces, for seared I have been using a shoyu, chili peppah wattah, and with yuzu or ponzu. I also like mayo aioli sauce as well for seared.
For ahi tempura, shoyu and chili peppah wattah. One of my buddies is a chef that is supplementing his income while he's out of work or hours severely cut back due to COVID.
Post by: blastoff747 on September 25, 2020, 01:56:27 AM
I still am working on my version of Roy's blackened ahi. Getting better at is, still do not have a decent knife to get fine slices.
Sauces are my bane. Did come up with a mayo-wasabi-mirin blend that is not bad. Roy's soy-mustard is OK, but cannot make a buerre blanc to save myself.
I would really like to come across a good source for sauce recipes used for fish. help extend my preparation choices.
That said, a good asian slaw recipe would be nice. Made a few mediocre ones.
What's the wrong with your buerre blanc? I would make it everyday at work so it's easy for me.
Tips - don't rush and whisk constantly
Ratio - 1 cup white wine, 1 quart heavy cream, 1 pound softened butter
1. reduce by half white wine in pot with thyme and shallots (whisk constantly)
2. add heavy cream and reduce by half (whisk constantly)
3. take off heat
4. add some butter and whisk until butter is incorporated
5. repeat step 4 until all butter is used
6. strain sauce
7. add white pepper and salt to taste
heat of stove depends on you. If you're standing at stove and only making the sauce, you can go high heat. If you're going to be cooking other things or going to get distracted (kids or tv), low to med heat.
Post by: QUIETShooter on September 25, 2020, 05:44:41 AM
Simple but real ono.
Post by: robtmc on September 25, 2020, 09:36:05 AM
What's the wrong with your buerre blanc?The couple times I tried it, it quickly separates.
Really do want to ace it, wife loves a BB she recently had at Roy's that had thin slices of ginger in it and wants me to try that.
Will review your method after I get some coffee in me.
Post by: drck1000 on September 25, 2020, 10:55:39 AM
I do the usual sashimi with fresh ahi. Then a simple pan fry with a little salt and eat it as soon as possible with steaming hot rice and shoyu. I like to sear the outside and keep the inside moist.Simple pan fry is good. I also like it with chazuke as well. :thumbsup:
Simple but real ono.
Post by: drck1000 on September 25, 2020, 11:01:32 AM
Post by: Lihikai on September 25, 2020, 11:11:19 AM
Post by: Tacozfail on September 25, 2020, 11:24:04 AM
Not much experience on preparing but I love eating it.
Where do I go to pick up these blocks?
Post by: drck1000 on September 25, 2020, 11:52:04 AM
Where's the best place to buy fresh fish nowadays?
Yeah I’d like to get in on this.I've been buying from Fresh Island Fish, near Nicos. From about mid-March, they started selling via internet store and pick up on a given day, typically Weds or Sat. The prices were super good at first, like $5/lb for legit sash grade ahi, because the restaurants weren't buying. The prices have been creeping up, but not bad. Once things started opening up, their sales weren't as often, as well as prices went up. There are some other places that offer fresh fish for good prices, but the quality from FIF has been the best I've seen.
Not much experience on preparing but I love eating it.
Where do I go to pick up these blocks?
I know some other places to get if FIF doesn't have sales, but it's friend of friend type setup. Feel free to DM me if you can't get through FIF. Occasionally, I'll see sales/offers in IG.
Post by: Rocky on September 25, 2020, 01:06:36 PM
They also carry a great selection of sushi ingredients. :thumbsup:
Post by: Tacozfail on September 25, 2020, 01:55:57 PM
I've been buying from Fresh Island Fish, near Nicos. From about mid-March, they started selling via internet store and pick up on a given day, typically Weds or Sat. The prices were super good at first, like $5/lb for legit sash grade ahi, because the restaurants weren't buying. The prices have been creeping up, but not bad. Once things started opening up, their sales weren't as often, as well as prices went up. There are some other places that offer fresh fish for good prices, but the quality from FIF has been the best I've seen.
I know some other places to get if FIF doesn't have sales, but it's friend of friend type setup. Feel free to DM me if you can't get through FIF. Occasionally, I'll see sales/offers in IG.
Thanks,
I'll go check them out.
Marc
Post by: Tacozfail on September 25, 2020, 01:56:48 PM
Marukai near OCCC.
They also carry a great selection of sushi ingredients. :thumbsup:
Nice, I think the wife just renewed the membership so I'll take a look. Haven't even bothered to go in the cooler section in a long time.
:shaka: :thumbsup:
Post by: Jl808 on September 25, 2020, 02:26:39 PM
Post by: Tacozfail on September 25, 2020, 03:31:07 PM
Garden and Valley Isle Seafood along Nimitz has some good ahi chunks also.Thanks
Post by: drck1000 on September 25, 2020, 03:51:20 PM
Marukai near OCCC.I don't have membership, but from I remember, you're gonna be paying pretty much full retail.
They also carry a great selection of sushi ingredients. :thumbsup:
Post by: drck1000 on October 01, 2020, 08:44:53 AM
Post by: oldfart on October 01, 2020, 09:29:35 AM
Where's the best place to buy fresh fish nowadays?===========
I pass by this place called "Poke By The Pound" on the way to work.
It's at Nimitz and Kalihi st.
I tried most all their poke (it's fresh local) and their recipes are ok.
Like most places, I feel that they put too much sesame oil.
Prices are a little high, IMHO
Post by: Tacozfail on October 15, 2020, 06:04:55 PM
Is $13/lb for 2+ grade ahi good price?
https://fresh-island-fish-co-inc.myshopify.com/collections/all
Post by: drck1000 on October 15, 2020, 06:15:39 PM
Fresh Island Fish has a sale now.$13 is on the high side for them, but think it’s $19-20 for ahi steaks I think the store and unknown shelf time.
Is $13/lb for 2+ grade ahi good price?
https://fresh-island-fish-co-inc.myshopify.com/collections/all
I ordered two ahi slabs for a friend and one for me. This was the highest price I’ve seen from them. It usually sells out in about and hour, so surprised that it’s still available.
Post by: macsak on October 15, 2020, 07:29:48 PM
$13 is on the high side for them, but think it’s $19-20 for ahi steaks I think the store and unknown shelf time.
I ordered two ahi slabs for a friend and one for me. This was the highest price I’ve seen from them. It usually sells out in about and hour, so surprised that it’s still available.
"for a friend"
Post by: Jl808 on October 15, 2020, 07:48:40 PM
https://shop.gvisfd.com/collections/all/products/ahi
My favorite to get are 3 dozen oysters for $50. Currently sold out but they always get them in weekly.
https://shop.gvisfd.com/collections/fresh-catch/products/goosepoint-oysters-3-dozen-pack
Post by: drck1000 on October 15, 2020, 08:05:10 PM
Sashimi grade ahi for $12/lb. Melts in the mouth.Nice. I’ll have to check that place out next time.
https://shop.gvisfd.com/collections/all/products/ahi
My favorite to get are 3 dozen oysters for $50. Currently sold out but they always get them in weekly.
https://shop.gvisfd.com/collections/fresh-catch/products/goosepoint-oysters-3-dozen-pack
Post by: blastoff747 on October 16, 2020, 01:18:33 AM
Fresh Island Fish has a sale now.
Is $13/lb for 2+ grade ahi good price?
https://fresh-island-fish-co-inc.myshopify.com/collections/all
Hamachi is not a good price too ($16/lb for a side). cryovac-ed
I buy @ chefzone ($15/lb for a loin, no skin or kama) frozen.
Post by: Tacozfail on October 16, 2020, 09:58:52 AM
Hamachi is not a good price too ($16/lb for a side). cryovac-edThanks, I’ll have to check these places out.
I buy @ chefzone ($15/lb for a loin, no skin or kama) frozen.
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Post by: Rocky on October 17, 2020, 12:16:27 PM
I don't have membership, but from I remember, you're gonna be paying pretty much full retail.Prices been pretty good lately.
Membership worth it just for the prepared food ! :thumbsup:
There is also "Kens Fish" in Laie next to Cackle Fresh.
REALLY good prices on lots of fresh fish, dried Ahi, Aku, Smoked Marlin.
He also does cooked food carry out and the Ahi Katsu is a winner.
https://www.yelp.com/biz/kens-fresh-fish-laie
https://www.visitlaie.com/kens-fresh-fish/
Buy Local. :thumbsup:
Post by: drck1000 on October 18, 2020, 02:03:32 PM