Attilus Chum Salmon Caviar
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Wild North Pacific roe. Large orange pearls. Bright, clean, unapologetic.
Chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta), also known as keta, is one of the most widely distributed Pacific salmon species, migrating across vast distances from Alaska and British Columbia to Japan and Korea. The roe, large, visually striking, intensely orange, has been a staple in Japanese cuisine for centuries, where it appears as ikura on sushi and as a key component of traditional New Year dishes.
Unlike sturgeon caviar, which is farmed over years, chum salmon roe is wild-caught, harvested during the seasonal migration when the fish return to freshwater spawning grounds. The roe is processed immediately after harvest to preserve its natural freshness and vibrant colour.
Attilus sources their chum salmon roe from carefully managed North Pacific fisheries and processes it to the same standards of quality they apply to all their products.
Wild-caught chum salmon from cold North Pacific waters. Seasonal harvest during the annual migration. The roe is removed and processed immediately after catch to preserve freshness and colour.
Lightly salted, malossol method, the same low-salt technique used for sturgeon caviar. No artificial preservatives, no colourings. The vibrant orange colour is entirely natural.
Produced by Attilus. The same traceability and quality standards applied to their caviar are applied here.
Large pearls, noticeably bigger than sturgeon caviar, with a vibrant, deep orange colour. Texture: firm, with a satisfying pop. Flavour: clean, bright, full, the ocean without brine. A saltiness that is present but never sharp. Mild fish notes that are fresh rather than pungent.
Visually dramatic: a spoonful transforms any dish. Serve on blinis with crème fraîche, on sushi, folded into pasta with butter, or alongside scrambled eggs. Also excellent as a standalone canapé on a cold spoon.
Attilus Caviar
Jessen, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany
Attilus takes its name from Attila, the Latin name for the beluga sturgeon (Huso huso), a nod to the regal history of the fish. That history stretches back to 1324, when Edward II declared sturgeon a Royal Fish: only royalty were permitted to consume it.
The Attilus facility in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany draws water from a natural underground aquifer more than 50 metres below the surface, crystal-clear and mineral-rich. The facility has run on solar power since 2018 and is monitored 24 hours a day by qualified researchers and biologists. No antibiotics are ever used.
Beyond caviar, Attilus applies the same principles of traceability and craft to smoked fish, bottarga, and salmon roe, each produced with the same care and directness that defines everything they make.
“We believe in complete transparency: every product we make can be traced back to its origin, its method, and the people behind it.”
Chum salmon roe is larger, more vibrant in colour, and has a brighter, cleaner flavour than sturgeon caviar. Sturgeon caviar is more complex, more subtle, and has a characteristic buttery or nutty richness. Salmon roe is a more accessible entry point: bold, visually striking, and considerably more affordable. Both have their place.
Chum salmon is not an endangered species. Unlike the 26 of 27 sturgeon species now classified as endangered, Pacific chum salmon populations are managed under strict fishery controls in Alaska, Canada, and Japan. Wild-caught chum salmon roe is one of the most sustainably sourced roe products available.
On blinis with crème fraîche. On sushi rice with a drizzle of soy and sesame oil. Folded into warm pasta with butter and chives. As a canapé on a cold ceramic spoon. On scrambled eggs. Remove from the fridge 10 minutes before serving.
Refrigerate and consume within 3 days of opening. Keep the jar sealed until serving. Do not freeze an open jar.
Yes. It makes a vivid, accessible alternative to traditional caviar gifts. For a striking pairing, combine with a tin of Attilus Oscietra or Siberian caviar for a side-by-side roe tasting that spans species, flavour profiles, and price points.
Shipped refrigerated. Free standard delivery on orders over £100. Express next-day delivery available at checkout. We do not accept returns on food products.
Free UK delivery on orders over £100. Standard delivery 2–4 business days. Express options available at checkout. Returns accepted within 28 days.
“We believe in complete transparency: every product we make can be traced back to its origin, its method, and the people behind it.”
Chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta), also known as keta, is one of the most widely distributed Pacific salmon species, migrating across vast distances from Alaska and British Columbia to Japan and Korea. The roe, large, visually striking, intensely orange, has been a staple in Japanese cuisine for centuries, where it appears as ikura on sushi and as a key component of traditional New Year dishes.
Unlike sturgeon caviar, which is farmed over years, chum salmon roe is wild-caught, harvested during the seasonal migration when the fish return to freshwater spawning grounds. The roe is processed immediately after harvest to preserve its natural freshness and vibrant colour.
Attilus sources their chum salmon roe from carefully managed North Pacific fisheries and processes it to the same standards of quality they apply to all their products.
Wild-caught chum salmon from cold North Pacific waters. Seasonal harvest during the annual migration. The roe is removed and processed immediately after catch to preserve freshness and colour.
Lightly salted, malossol method, the same low-salt technique used for sturgeon caviar. No artificial preservatives, no colourings. The vibrant orange colour is entirely natural.
Produced by Attilus. The same traceability and quality standards applied to their caviar are applied here.
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