Rosara's Bonito del Norte is a classic Spanish conserva on a generous scale. The producer selects fresh white tuna from the Cantabrian Sea and packs hand cut loins in olive oil. These are natural pieces of fish, with a tender, juicy texture and the clean, mild flavour that makes bonito del norte so versatile. The large 445 ml glass jar lets the loins take centre stage and gives you enough to build an entire meal around the fish.
Serve the bonito at room temperature and lift it carefully from the jar to keep the pieces intact. Arrange it over sliced tomato with piquillo peppers, green olives and a spoonful of its own oil. It also makes a memorable ensaladilla rusa, a composed salad with white beans and red onion, or generous tapas on toasted bread. A squeeze of lemon or a little Sherry vinegar will brighten the plate; start lightly, as the fish is delicious with very little added.
Serving & pairing
Open an AlbariƱo, a dry Txakoli or a crisp Verdejo for a maritime pairing. The wine's acidity cuts through the olive oil while letting the delicate bonito remain the focus. A chilled dry fino Sherry also works beautifully if this is part of a tapas spread with olives and salted almonds. Pair with Rosara piquillo peppers for a particularly Spanish plate.
Product details
The producer lists bonito del norte, olive oil and salt. Contains fish and is listed as gluten free. Jar capacity is 445 ml, net weight 400 g and drained weight 260 g. Refrigerate any remaining fish under its oil after opening and follow the jar's storage directions.
