Blue marlin
Makaira mazara
An iconic species of billfish and one of the fastest swimmers, blue marlin are capable of prodigious bursts of speed in open waters and this, combined with a weapon-like bill, makes them an ultimate ocean predator.
Their appearance is nothing short of magnificent, adorned with cobalt-blue upper-sides fading to silvery white underneath. Here in French Polynesia blue marlin are a welcome inclusion to our diverse array of long-line catch, and they find their way onto the menus of resorts, restaurants and family tables for Sunday lunch.
Their appearance is nothing short of magnificent, adorned with cobalt-blue upper-sides fading to silvery white underneath. Here in French Polynesia blue marlin are a welcome inclusion to our diverse array of long-line catch, and they find their way onto the menus of resorts, restaurants and family tables for Sunday lunch.
HOW TO COOK IT?
Their loins are a light pinkish colour, and have good levels of omega-3 oils, resulting in a natural sheen. It has a firm, almost steak-like texture which is great both raw and cooked, so the options are almost endless for their preparation.
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