Seasonal Fish - Benijake

Also known as the sockeye salmon, this species of salmon has the reddest hue of its meat. The name in Japanese, "benijake" clearly states it is a deep-red colored fish.

In season in June and July it hails from Alaska, Canada, the Bering Straights and the northern Pacific Ocean.

It is the most delicate of all salmon and can be consumed grilled, as a steak or sauteed in butter.