Bluefin Tuna Belly in Butter, 120 g

Bluefin Tuna Belly in Butter, 120 g – Los Peperetes Special Edition

Discover the Sublime Bluefin Tuna Belly in Butter by Airas Moniz

We present an unprecedented gastronomic partnership: the union of two absolute treasures of our region. The coveted Almadraba Bluefin Tuna Belly embraces the dairy excellence of Airas Moniz’s award-winning butter. In this special edition from Los Peperetes, we’ve replaced traditional olive oil with the authentic “gold” of the Ribeira Sacra, creating a preserve that redefines the concept of creaminess.

Bluefin tuna ventresca is the juiciest and most prized cut of tuna, famous for its marbling and gelatinous texture. At Los Peperetes, we cook it to perfection to preserve all its juiciness before covering it with melted Airas Moniz butter. This butter is handcrafted in Chantada using raw milk from pasture-raised Jersey cows, distinguished by its intense yellow color and unmatched creaminess.

A Dialogue of Flavors in the Can

Over time, the two ingredients interact inside the can: the marbled fat of the Bluefin Tuna Ventresca blends with the rich sweetness of the Jersey milk. The result is a unique sensory experience. The briny intensity of the bluefin tuna is softened and enriched by the elegant, slightly sweet dairy notes of what is considered Spain’s finest butter.

How to Enjoy Bluefin Tuna Ventresca in Butter

• Pure Tasting: Ideal for enjoying straight from the can and appreciating its purity without any preparation.
• Gourmet Bite: Serve it on its own or on a slice of freshly baked, crispy toast. The melted butter will act as the perfect base.
• Pairing: Pair it with an aged white wine, champagne, or amontillado sherry to balance the richness of the fats.

Important Recommendation: To fully enjoy its texture, it is advisable to warm the can slightly by submerging it in hot water for a couple of minutes before opening.

Los Peperetes: A Passion for Excellence

For over 30 years, Los Peperetes has upheld a family tradition with a single obsession: to create the most extraordinary canned fish and seafood in the world. From their workshop in Carril, Rías Baixas, they select and hand-pack only the finest catches that arrive at port, maintaining their unwavering commitment to artisanal quality—a commitment that has brought them to the finest tables in over 30 countries, thanks to chefs like José Andrés.

Ingredients

Bluefin Tuna Belly (Thunnus thynnus) (fish) and sheep’s milk butter (milk). May contain traces of mollusks or crustaceans.

Characteristics

• Brand: Los Peperetes
• Product: Bluefin Tuna Belly in Butter
• Special Edition: Collaboration with Airas Moniz
• Format: 120 g can
• Tuna Origin: Almadraba (Southern Spain)
• Butter Origin: Chantada, Galicia (Raw Jersey cow’s milk)
• Production: Artisanal, hand-packed

Nutritional Values (per 100 g)

• Calories: 1230 kJ / 296 kcal
• Fat: 23 g (of which saturated: 9 g)
• Carbohydrates: <1 g (sugars: 0 g)
• Protein: 21 g
• Salt: 0.425 g

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is it recommended to warm the can?
Because it contains artisanal butter, which solidifies when cold. Warming the can slightly (in a water bath or under hot running water) melts the butter, releasing all the aromas and creating a creamy sauce that coats the ventresca.

What type of bluefin tuna is used?
We use exclusively ventresca from Almadraba bluefin tuna, sustainably caught in southern Spain, ensuring the highest quality and marbling.