Boutargue, also known as bottarga di muggine, and sometimes spelled botarga, is a high-end, dried and cured grey mullet bottarga—one of the most prized delicacies in Mediterranean cuisine. Dense, intensely flavorful, and unparalleled in the world of cured fish roe, a single lobe transforms simple dishes into something extraordinary.

Rich in omega-3 fatty acids and high-quality protein, grey mullet roe offers true nutritional value in addition to its exceptional flavor—a rare combination in the world of fine foods. Pair it with our salmon roe or explore it in our complete collection of caviars and fish roe, delivered fresh directly to your door in Canada.

• Approximately 85g per unit
• Whole dried lobe, wax-sealed

What does boutargue taste like?

The flavor of grey mullet boutargue is deeply umami, richly saline and nutty, with a long oceanic finish—concentrated and complex in a way that only air-dried and salt-cured roe can offer. It's the kind of ingredient chefs describe as "the truffle of the sea." The curing process firms up the texture and amplifies every layer of flavor that fresh mullet roe could never provide.

How to use boutargue

Grated boutargue over pasta with good olive oil and garlic is the classic Sardinian preparation—simple, quick, and remarkable. Alternatively, shave it into thin slices over burrata, scrambled eggs, or raw oysters. It can also be incorporated into risotto at the end of cooking. Sliced thinly and served with sourdough bread and extra virgin olive oil, it makes a complete appetizer. A single 85g lobe goes much further than you'd think, making it one of the most cost-effective luxury ingredients to have on hand.

How long does boutargue keep?

Stored in the refrigerator in its vacuum packaging, boutargue will keep for several months. For longer storage, freeze the sealed lobe—it thaws without any loss of flavor or texture.

Is boutargue the same as caviar?

Both are cured fish roe, but boutargue is dried and pressed into a solid lobe, while traditional caviar is cured as loose grains. Boutargue has a stronger, more concentrated flavor. Browse our sturgeon caviar collection if you're looking for classic caviar.