5 most priciest seafood in the world
Here are some of the most rare and expensive seafood from around the world that you need to try if
Here are some of the most rare and expensive seafood from around the world that you need to try if you are a seafood lover.
Published on Aug 20, 2022 05:45 PM IST 6 Photos
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Seafood plays a huge role in several traditional cuisines around the world, especially in Japanese culture. They are not everyone's cup of tea since they have an acquired taste and you need to build a palate to enjoy them. One of the main reasons is the method fishermen use to catch them. Another reason is that most of these species are endangered.(Unsplash)
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Bluefin tuna, one of the most sought-after tuna in Japanese cuisine, is the most expensive seafood in the world costing around $3,600 per pound. The reason being Bluefin tuna is massive in size and is rare to find.(Unsplash)
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Caviar: The second most expensive seafood in the world is caviar which is sold at around $34,000 per kg. It is the eggs, or roe, harvested from certain sturgeon fish. This luxury food is rare, expensive, and considered a coveted item in the culinary world. Beluga caviar, also known as 'black gold,' is the rarest and the most expensive caviar.(Unsplash)
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Baby Eel: Limited supply and market pressure have inflated the prices for baby eels over the years. It is globally used in Michelin-starred restaurants, especially in Spain. Baby eels, also called elvers, are famous in both Japanese and Spanish cuisine.(Instagram/danigarcia7)
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