Skipjack Tuna Fillets in Olive Oil

"Has there ever been a better time to be a tinned fish enthusiast? It seems like all sorts of prepossessing piscine proteins are popping up on shelves, and we here at Trader Joe’s are proud to do our part with options like Trader Joe’s Skipjack Tuna Fillets in Olive Oil. They’re made for us by a supplier in Tunisia, who sources their Skipjack Tuna in the Mediterranean, which is caught via sustainable pole-and-line fishing methods to reduce bycatch. The loin of the Tuna is cut into long, flat Fillets, then lightly salted, cooked to perfection, and packed in Olive Oil so that they’re ready to be used in all sorts of culinary contexts, right out of the tin. So, how best to enjoy these Skipjack Tuna Fillets? That’s the real beauty of them—you can use them in all the same situations you would with everyday canned tuna, like tuna salads, melts, and casseroles, and in more elevated instances like charcuterie boards, on pasta primavera, or in a NiÇoise salad. We find that their firm, flakeable texture and mild flavor make them a great choice for simply snacking on while served on a cracker or crostini. That’s especially true if you accessorize them with a spicy, salty, or garlicky condiment—and our Crunchy Chili Onion just happens to be all three of those."