Delicate, pale and succulent, this is bonito at its most classic. The flesh is tender and flaky, with a clean, savoury flavour and gentle sweetness, lifted rather than masked by Ortiz’s smooth olive oil. Elegant and restrained, it’s a perfect example of why bonito del norte is so prized.
Serving suggestions
Excellent simply flaked over a tomato and onion salad with a little of the tin’s oil, or layered onto crusty bread with piquillo peppers and a few anchovies. It also shines in pasta or warm potato salads where you want finesse rather than punch.
Wine match
Spanish white: Albariño from Rías Baixas
Australian option: Margaret River Semillon–Sauvignon Blanc or a restrained Hunter Valley Semillon
 
Ingredients: white tuna (Thunnus alalunga) 79%, olive oil 20% and salt
 
For more than 130 years, Conservas Ortiz has been one of Spain’s most respected names in tinned seafood. Based in the Basque Country, Ortiz is synonymous with craftsmanship, sustainability, and the pursuit of excellence. From hand-filleting anchovies to line-catching tuna and using traditional aging methods for sardines, Ortiz’s approach blends generational knowledge with an enduring respect for the sea. Their tins are a staple in Spanish pantries—and with good reason.