Smoked marlin

Marlin caught off Mazatlán, slow-smoked over wood embers and shredded for tacos and tostadas. A specialty tied to the port's fishing tradition.

Overview

Mazatlán is a commercial and sport-fishing port with a long tradition, and marlin — a fish that on average measures about 3.4 meters long and weighs 90 to 180 kilograms — is caught regularly off its coast. Smoking it is a practical way to make use of, and preserve, fish of that size.

Shredded smoked marlin is served mainly in tacos and tostadas, with salsas, and is offered at numerous restaurants and food stands across Mazatlán; it is also common to see local fishermen smoking it directly on the beach.

Traditional preparation

The fish is seasoned with salt and spices and slow-smoked over wood embers for several hours, until tender with a pronounced smoky flavor. Once smoked, it is shredded and used to fill tacos or top tostadas, served with salsas to taste.

Regional association

Municipality

Related topics

  • Pesca / Fisheries

Sources and data

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