What is Japanese Spanish mackerel, a seafood loved by the people of Okayama Prefecture?

• Table of Contents
• Why we often eat Spanish mackerel in Okayama Prefecture
• Exquisite! Spanish mackerel sashimi
• There's more! Spanish mackerel dishes

Why we often eat Spanish mackerel in Okayama Prefecture

During the spring season, many fish such as sea bream, flounder, Japanese mackerel, and other fish come to spawn in the Seto Inland Sea. In the Setouchi Inland Sea, this season is called "Uoshima," and the freshly caught Spanish mackerel is especially delicious! There are many Japanese Spanish mackerel dishes, including the local Okayama barazushi.

Exquisite! Spanish mackerel sashimi

Spanish mackerel sashimi is so loved by the people of Okayama Prefecture that when we think of sashimi, we mean Spanish mackerel. The rich, elegant flavor that melts in your mouth is perfect for local sake. Please enjoy the Spanish mackerel sashimi that can only be found in Okayama, where freshness and the skill of the chef are key.

There's more! Spanish mackerel dishes

We will introduce a number of Spanish mackerel dishes that make use of the best ingredients.

Seared Japanese Spanish mackerel Seared Spanish mackerel, seared only on the skin side and soaked in ice water. The light flesh and thin, fragrant skin go well with ponzu sauce.

Salt-grilled Spanish mackerel Fresh Spanish mackerel is delicious even when salt-grilled. The fluffy, grilled, flaky meat will increase your appetite.

[MAP] Here are the restaurants where you can eat Spanish mackerel cuisine

Restaurants where you can eat Spanish mackerel in Okayama (Tabelog)