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Persian Osetra Sturgeon (Acipenser Persicus) and Russian sturgeon (Acipenser gueldenstaedtii) also known as Ossetra , Oscietra and also Asetra , The original inhabitant and the native environment of these species are being the shore of the Caspian Sea.

The size and weight of the osetra sturgeon

The medium-sized osetra sturgeon normally weighs between 20 to 60 kg (44 to 132 lbs) but can weigh up to 100 kg (221lbs) and can grow up to about 200 cm (79 in) in length. The Osetra sturgeon reaches maturity at around age of 11, and can live up to 80 years. It can be considered semi-wild, because it is raised in large lakes and not in small spaces.

The roe of osetra sturgeon

Persian osetra sturgeon (Acipenser Persicus) is one of sturgeon family species which is being aqua-cultured by Iranians to produce, grow and bread sturgeon in their native environment.
The roe of osetra sturgeon is called Osetra Caviar (Ossetra Caviar , Oscietra Caviar & Asetr Caviar), the taste which offers the experience of a symphony of sensations, something that has been experienced by Shah’s and Sultans alike for centuries past.

Persian Osetra sturgeon’s aqua-culture method

Today, Iranian farmers in the process of aquacultur farming on the shore of caspian Sea try to stimulate the natural inhabitant environment to circulate the natural sea water of the Caspian sea for the fish to grow. This aquaculture method will highly affect fish growth in a way that is the secret of quality which simultaneously pleases lovers of subtlety and those with a passion for spirited flavors as a gift from caspian sea.

Taste and quality of Persian osetra

Iranian Osetra is the most prestigious, embodying the perfect combination of taste and aesthetic quality.
Traditionally Iranian for produce of caviar use the Malassol Method on the shore of the Caspian sea, Scientifically regarded as producing the best type of Osetra which can be defined
by rich buttery taste and nutty overtones, with a creamy texture, which makes it prized by connoisseurs.
Whereas Russian osetra traditionally used the Malossol method when bred on the shore of the Caspian Sea, but aqua farmers often use more salt for preservation purposes.

The appearance and taste of Oscietra

Among many choices caviar from Oscietra is firmed pearl with mid-sized and the grains of dark colorished with an olive green or golden brown color.
Oscietra was considered to be loved and favored delicacy by the Imperial families of Russia and Iran throughout the centuries as well as other connoisseurs, who described the sensual and silky feel, as it pirouettes across the tongue, also it will drift into a paradise of scintillating sensations, made ever joyous by its heavenly aroma of bold sea vibes.

Ossetra sturgeon breeding

Since Ossetra is a bred Caviar, with its second biggest breeder being Russia, who traditionally stand shoulder to shoulder in quality with Iranian Ossetra, yet today, by using aqua farms, breeding is done in other countries too.

Types of Asetra

The Asetra sturgeon’s grain have differing colors with distinction from lightly golden to deep brown, The rarest of Asetra is golden Asetra or almas Asetra, Known as “Royal Caviar“. If you want to know more about almas caviar, we have provided a detailed explanation about Almas Caviar in this article.

Distinguishing features of osetra sturgeon

One can notice 8 distinct characteristics in osetra caviar which are uniformity, maturity, color, size, fragrance, separation, lucidity and firmness.

Nutritional value of osetra sturgeon

Osetra Sturgeon contain all the key ingredients for a healthy body which are pure and unhybridized, thus retaining their ancient reinvigorating qualities.
A magnificent source of Riboflavin, Pantothenic Acid, Calcium and Phosphorus, our Osetra is also full packed with Protein, Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, Magnesium and selenium et al.

Endangered species of sturgeon

Presently, wild Acipenser gueldenstaedtii and Acipenser persicus are listed as a critically endangered species by Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES), today 80% of the world market in caviar is farmed.

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