Sashimi • Jinbeh Frisco
Yellowtail Sashimi
Buttery Japanese Hamachi, Thinly Sliced and Impossibly Smooth
About Yellowtail Sashimi
Yellowtail (hamachi) is prized in Japanese cuisine for its incredible buttery richness and silky texture. Our sashimi slices melt on your tongue with a clean, sweet flavor that's richer than white fish but more delicate than tuna. Hamachi is considered one of the finest sashimi fish. a favorite among experienced sushi connoisseurs.
The Jinbeh Story
Yellowtail (hamachi) is a favorite among experienced sushi guests at Jinbeh. Its buttery richness sets it apart from leaner fish. Our sushi chef slices each piece with one clean stroke.
Origin & Tradition
Hamachi (Japanese amberjack) is prized for its high fat content and smooth texture. In Japan, hamachi is considered one of the "three kings" of sushi fish alongside tuna and sea bream.
🎪 The Experience
Yellowtail sashimi melts on your tongue. The texture is silkier than salmon and richer than tuna. Use the lightest possible touch of soy sauce to avoid masking the delicate, buttery flavor.
🥗 Nutrition Spotlight
Yellowtail delivers 26g protein per serving with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats. Its higher fat content means more omega-3s per bite than leaner fish.
Taste Profile
Flavor
Buttery, sweet, and rich with a clean, refined finish
Texture
Impossibly silky and smooth, melts on the tongue
Heat Level
How It's Prepared
Fresh yellowtail (hamachi) is sliced with a single stroke of the yanagiba knife. one clean cut produces the smoothest texture. Each slice showcases the fish's signature pale pink-to-white color with a subtle sheen.
Key Ingredients
💡 Pro Tip: Yellowtail sashimi is at its best with just a whisper of soy sauce. too much will mask the delicate buttery flavor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is hamachi / yellowtail?
Hamachi is the Japanese name for yellowtail, a premium fish prized for its buttery richness and silky texture. It's considered one of the top sashimi fish in Japanese cuisine, alongside tuna and salmon. Its flavor is richer than white fish but more delicate than tuna, with a melt-in-your-mouth quality.
Also available at our Lewisville location