European debut of Thai Union’s Yellowfin Tuna Slices

Yellowfin Tuna Slices comprise pre-sliced, pre-seasoned tuna made from whole yellowfin tuna loins. They have been developed as a healthier, convenient alternative to traditional luncheon meats, for upscale sandwiches, salads, charcuterie and cold-cut platters.

“For years, nutritionists have been encouraging the public to add more seafood into their diet, but foodservice has offered few new alternatives to the old beef, pork, chicken and turkey routine,” said Scott Solar, Thai Union’s group director of foodservice. “Thai Union’s Yellowfin Tuna Slices are the first ready-to-eat tuna product that can compete in Europe’s delis and restaurants.”

Award recognition

In March, Yellowfin Tuna Slices received the 2018 Seafood Excellence Award in the Best New Foodservice Product category at the Seafood Expo North America. The product has also been chosen as a finalist in the 2018 Seafood Excellence Global Awards at Seafood Expo Global.

Two initial flavours will be offered, Black Pepper and Cajun, each without preservatives or artificial ingredients. Each vacuum-packed two-pound (0.9kg) package contains 32 one-ounce yellowfin tuna slices, with five packages to a case. The slices are vacuum-packed to allow for easy freezing, thawing and serving.

Thai Union developed Yellowfin Tuna Slices at its Global Innovation Incubator (Gii), a research and development facility launched in 2015 to modernise the seafood industry.

The product is expected to receive Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification.

Seafood Expo Global will take place in Brussels from 24-26 April.