While both types of tuna are used for sushi and sashimi, for your poke bowl, we recommend yellowfin for its texture and flavor. And it needs to be sushi or sashimi grade for safety reasons.

"It is an Hawaiian word that refers to both Yellowfin and Bigeye Tuna, Thunnus albacares and Thunnus obesus, respectively. Both types are known for their use in raw preparations like sashimi and ...