Shirogisu, or Sillago in English probably has as many Japanese names as English names.
The Sillago found along the Japanese shore is also called sillago japonica, Whiting or Smelt-Whiting in english, Shirogisu, Kisu, Magisu and Kisugo in Japanese.
The best specimen in Japan are caught in Fukuoka (Kyushu) and Ehime (Shikoku) prefectures from Spring to Summer.
Shirogisu sashimi
The greatest part of the sillago catch comes from Indonesia, Korea, Thailand, China and other Asian countries.
Fortunately, here in Shizuoka, we do catch a sizeable amount in Suruga Bay guaranting fresheness in season.
Shirogisu Sushi
If absolutely fresh, shirohisu/sillago makes for an interesting moresl, the more for it as it is quite rare in this form.
Sillago Tempura
The most popular way of savouring it is as tempura or breaded and deep-fried, although the fish taste will vary greatly with freshness!
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This looks great! And the best ones come from here in Fukuoka? Perfect! Hope the summer season still holds out in the markets!
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Yes, mate/カエル/蛙!
The best are from Fukuoka, indeed!
If you live there, you must have access to some great fish (and Japanese sake!)!
Best regards,
Robert-Gilles
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Really informative.Never heard of this kind of fish.Worth a try.
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Dear Friend!
greetings!
This fish is a little beauty. Tasty and so easy to prepare.
They sell them completely dressed at Japanese supremarkets!
Cheers,
Robert-Gilles
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never had this before. looks really yummy. The tempura must be very crunchy.
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Dear Penny!
Actually it is crunchy outside and soft inside!
Cheers,
Robert-Gilles
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