Hamo (鱧 / Pike Conger)

Category: Nimono (simmered fish) Season: June to August.

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Hamo, or pike conger eel, is not traditionally used in Edomaezushi - anago is used instead. Much like anago, hamo is full of delicious fat and is very tender. It is best served brushed with a little nitsume sauce.