REE.01.0001
Hawaiian
ʻAweoweo — Bigeye
I · Origin
Hawaiian Fish
II · Description
ʻAweoweo (Priacanthus spp., bigeye) is one of the “red fish” alongside menpachi and kumu. Big-eyed nocturnal fish with red/bronze skin. Caught with net or hook and line. Good for broiling or drying. Ancient Hawaiians associated schools of ʻAweoweo appearing near shore with significant events.
I
General
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Preparation
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Chef Philosophy
IV
Hawaiian Proteins Mains
V
Wet Heat
VI
Deep Water Bottomfish
VII
Foundational Technique Earth Oven
VIII
Fried Dough
IX
Frozen Dessert
X
Hawaiian Shellfish
V · Quality Hierarchy
Broiled or dried. Good eating despite being overshadowed by kumu and menpachi.
VI · Sensory Tests
visual: red/bronze, big-eyed. Aroma: clean. Texture: firm. Taste: good, clean, a solid red fish.
VII · Where the Dish Lives or Dies
Freshness — same rule as all reef fish.