Hawaiian Fresh Seafood is the only supplier of Kajiki that catches it themselves. Our customers get a level of quality, freshness, and accountability unparalleled in the Hawaii seafood marketplace.
Blue Marlin aka Kajiki makes a great raw or cooked offering. A true taste of Hawaii.
Kajiki, aka Blue Marlin
Kajiki is one of two species of marlin that we catch on our boats. Kajiki tend to be larger than their striped marlin (nairagi) counterparts and over the years we've seen them in the 500lbs+ range. In Hawaii it's called A‘u and is a long time local favorite. The flesh usually comes in a white to pinkish color and is firm and fatty. Kajiki is a popular sashimi choice and a must-try for grilling, baking, frying and smoking.
Hawaiian Fresh Seafood is proud to offer chefs and restaurants around the country the freshest swordfish on the market. How do we know it's fresh? Because we caught it ourselves.
Hawaiian swordfish is one of the most popular grilling fish out there. But it's also versatile and can be enjoyed raw as a sashimi or carpaccio.
Shutome, aka Swordfish
Swordish are some of the most unique fish in the sea. Named for their long and broad bill, they can easily reach 400lbs and above. Though in the same category as marlin and spearfish, swordfish are in a family all their own. The flesh is distinctly rich in flavor, firm in texture, and high in fat and oil content. Swordfish is one of the most popular choices for grilling on account of it's firmness. We've seen chefs come up with a variety of takes on swordfish, including a "Hawaiian-style fish and chips."
Nairagi is one of the most popular Hawaiian billfish and offers many possibilities for preparation.
Striped marlin aka nairagi is a colorful sashimi offering.
Nairagi, aka Striped Marlin
Nairagi is the second species of marlin that we catch. It's color can vary from a light pink to a rich orange depending on where the fish is caught and it's diet. Many chefs prefer the orange nairagi for raw applications due to its higher fat and oil content. Like most of our catch, nairagi is versatile and can be prepared in a number of ways although "Hawaiian-style carpaccio" may be one of our favorites.
Hawaiian Fresh Seafood crew hoist a shortbill spearfish hebi down to the ice hold.
Hebi shortbill spearfish makes a great lunch or dinner menu item. Hawaiian Fresh Seafood
Hebi aka Shortbill Spearfish
Hebi is the smallest of the billfish and while the mild taste and appearance is similar to the marlins, hebi loins tend to be smaller and a bit softer in texture. All of our hebi is sashimi grade and is usually some of the freshest fish that comes off our boats since we'll often catch them trolling on the way in. Hebi is a great choice for lunch and dinner specials and makes an affordable addition to your order.