Kahawai

Kahawai is a popular New Zealand fish, known for its streamlined body and fast swimming. It belongs to the mackerel family and is often found in coastal waters. Kahawai is prized by anglers for its strength and fighting ability when caught. It has a distinctive blue-green back, silvery sides, and a slightly forked tail. Chefs value it for its flavorful, firm flesh, making it suitable for grilling, smoking, or sashimi. Beyond its culinary appeal, kahawai plays an important role in the local ecosystem as both predator and prey, contributing to the health of marine environments.