Fish roe is the eggs of fish, eaten as a topping for sushi, rice, and pasta or as a seasoned side. Each type has its own size, color, and texture.

What is the difference between tobiko, masago, and ikura?

Tobiko comes from flying fish and has a crunchy texture. Masago comes from capelin and is smaller, softer, and less expensive, and ikura is large salmon roe that pops with a juicy burst.

Mentaiko is pollock roe marinated with chili and salt, a Japanese specialty. It is eaten on rice or mixed into pasta and sauces.

Where can I buy fish roe near me?

Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options. Weee! lists Oceankist Masago Seasoned Capelin Roe, Oceankist Seasoned Orange Tobiko, and Ikura Marinated Salmon Roe.

How do I thaw frozen fish roe?

Thaw frozen roe in the refrigerator, not at room temperature, and keep it cold until serving. Follow the package for how long it keeps once thawed.

How do I eat fish roe?

Spoon it over rice, sushi, or poke, mix it into pasta, or use it as a garnish for avocado toast and noodles.

What is the difference between roe and caviar?

Caviar is a name for salted roe from sturgeon, while roe is the general word for fish eggs. Salmon, flying fish, and capelin roe are sold as roe, not caviar.

Is fish roe eaten raw?

Many roe products such as ikura and tobiko are cured or seasoned and eaten uncooked. Follow the package guidance on safe handling and storage.

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Top 5 products for Fish Roe

#1

Oceankist Seasoned Orange Tobiko, Frozen

Oceankist Seasoned Orange Tobiko, frozen. Bright orange flying fish roe with a crunchy pop. Spoon over sushi, rice bowls, or poke after thawing in the refrigerator.

$6.99 - $8.79

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미나
If I buy one, it feels like I eat it several times by myself.
JiwonChun
Flying fish roe, great for adding to various dishes.
truongvinghiep2020
Orange tastes better than black.
dmlvy75
I bought both the black and orange. This will definitely be used on my homemade sushi!
Jessicayoo592
Sushi night
saijaisa91
i like it! will buy again!
Lizbeth
Great for sushi or poke bowls
Piyamas
very good
MykieBurnett
so good!!! definitely going to buy again
Mary AnnMasagca
i bought this for my daughter who loves japanese food

#2

Oceankist Masago Seasoned Capelin Roe, Frozen

Oceankist Masago Seasoned Capelin Roe, frozen. Fine, mild capelin roe used on sushi rolls and rice. A budget-friendly alternative to tobiko. Thaw in the refrigerator first.

$8.09 - $9.99

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emmy
Love to add masago in dishes such as poke and on top of sushi rolls. Great quality. :)
tuquynhvo1988
My daughter loves it on her white rice wrapped with her seaweed
shaderela
Kids love it; it's super delicious as a donburi (rice bowl).
weee.18406335
Can’t get at my local store but can get it here!
Jia
@ Home Kimbap
Jack
It's very crispy and fresh, and the kids in my family love it.
weee.15801369
I'm planning to eat baby octopus topped with flying fish roe in perilla leaf wraps.
Nbnbsjek
Oh package is good delivery was so fast! So fresh
hyunju4rang
It's an item I always add to my cart whenever I order from weee . It gives the best flavor when added to fried rice!
jiyoun.yoo.ny
It is delicious to grill salmon topped with a mixture of mayonnaise and roe.

#3

Ikura Marinated Salmon Roe Sashimi Grade, Frozen 500 g

Ikura Marinated Salmon Roe, 500 g, frozen. Large, juicy salmon roe marinated for sashimi-style use. Serve over rice for a classic ikura-don.

$44.99 - $67.99

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weee.11854700
I love salmon roe, and I enjoy their mini salmon roe rice bowls. I'm a repeat customer.
Thang
It's very delicious!
Mimi
great quality
Tina
Loved it! Super good quality and you get a great amount for the price. The salmon roe is super fresh and perfectly seasoned—tastes just like what you’d get at a great sushi restaurant. Will definitely be ordering again! portioned, and froze.
Mimi
so goodvery very good
kazukotsuruta
It's affordable, delicious, and I keep buying it!
weee.16030277
The portion is generous enough, enough for four meals, haha. Seaweed rice rolls are delicious!
nori_iws
This is a repeat purchase. I'll divide it into smaller portions and enjoy it little by little.
alvinayhchan
Love the ikura, it's my absolute favorite ! It never disappoints
weee.17861531
I haven't opened it yet because I'm receiving it on July 4th. It looks very nice.

#4

Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe, Frozen 1 lb

Seasoned Alaskan Pollock Roe, 1 lb, frozen. Seasoned pollock roe for rice, onigiri, or pasta sauce. A tangy, savory topping in a family-size pack.

$17.69 - $23.99

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jhmem0904
Myeongran Bibimbap!! The pollack roe is really fresh and substantial~
sasa
It arrived perfectly frozen. I'm breaking it into smaller pieces and storing it in small portions. It's also delicious on top of udon noodles!
Yunseo
There is a lot of it, but it is all frozen together, so that is one downside.
Hsiaobelle
There are about 10 of them looks good
지민
delicious !!!
MayaHayashi
It's not spicy, and it's big, so you can eat the whole thing and feel luxurious.
weee.13912945
I bought this because I wanted to make mentaiko cream udon. I like it.
21ejinh
Whenever it's on sale, I always stock up and make pasta.
shiho
The portion is quite large, and the roe is plump and delicious.
ZZ
There is more than I expected. It arrived frozen solid. The pieces are large and in good condition.

#5

Kanefuku Mentaiko Tube (Mentai Caviar), Frozen 300 g

Kanefuku Mentaiko Tube, 300 g, frozen. Spicy marinated pollock roe in a tube, handy for mentaiko pasta and rice dishes. Squeeze, mix, and serve.

$15.74 - $19.99

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o.miho.6th.925
I bought it on sale! I'm looking forward to using it in various ways!
Salome
I made super delicious mentaiko pasta It was great!
ritsuko_kurihara
Since the thin skin has been removed, you can easily use as much as you like. I've repurchased it many times to make salads and pasta sauces. It arrives packaged in an aluminum cooler bag with a large ice pack, along with other frozen foods, so I feel safe using it.
ycmeea
This item came packed with dry ice and was still frozen when I opened the package.
kyw905
Rich, savory, and super convenient to use. Perfect for pasta, rice, or adding extra flavor to your favorite dishes.
Nana7
Mix it with mayonnaise and eat it as mentaiko baguette – pure bliss!
L
great for rice and pasta
eiedoof
I like that I can squeeze it out.
yseandy_1111
Mentaiko spaghetti is delicious
Luna
I ate it on white rice and also made mentaiko fried rice! The mentaiko was quite spicy.

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Frequently asked questions

What is fish roe?
Fish roe is the eggs of fish, eaten as a topping for sushi, rice, and pasta or as a seasoned side. Each type has its own size, color, and texture.
What is mentaiko?
Mentaiko is pollock roe marinated with chili and salt, a Japanese specialty. It is eaten on rice or mixed into pasta and sauces.
How do I thaw frozen fish roe?
Thaw frozen roe in the refrigerator, not at room temperature, and keep it cold until serving. Follow the package for how long it keeps once thawed.
What is the difference between roe and caviar?
Caviar is a name for salted roe from sturgeon, while roe is the general word for fish eggs. Salmon, flying fish, and capelin roe are sold as roe, not caviar.

What is the difference between tobiko, masago, and ikura?
Tobiko comes from flying fish and has a crunchy texture. Masago comes from capelin and is smaller, softer, and less expensive, and ikura is large salmon roe that pops with a juicy burst.
Where can I buy fish roe near me?
Weee! delivers Asian and Hispanic groceries to your door in many U.S. areas; enter your ZIP code at weee.com to see availability and delivery options. Weee! lists Oceankist Masago Seasoned Capelin Roe, Oceankist Seasoned Orange Tobiko, and Ikura Marinated Salmon Roe.
How do I eat fish roe?
Spoon it over rice, sushi, or poke, mix it into pasta, or use it as a garnish for avocado toast and noodles.
Is fish roe eaten raw?
Many roe products such as ikura and tobiko are cured or seasoned and eaten uncooked. Follow the package guidance on safe handling and storage.

미나
If I buy one, it feels like I eat it several times by myself.
JiwonChun
Flying fish roe, great for adding to various dishes.
truongvinghiep2020
Orange tastes better than black.
dmlvy75
I bought both the black and orange. This will definitely be used on my homemade sushi!
Jessicayoo592
Sushi night
saijaisa91
i like it! will buy again!
Lizbeth
Great for sushi or poke bowls
Piyamas
very good
MykieBurnett
so good!!! definitely going to buy again
Mary AnnMasagca
i bought this for my daughter who loves japanese food
emmy
Love to add masago in dishes such as poke and on top of sushi rolls. Great quality. :)
tuquynhvo1988
My daughter loves it on her white rice wrapped with her seaweed
shaderela
Kids love it; it's super delicious as a donburi (rice bowl).
weee.18406335
Can’t get at my local store but can get it here!
Jia
@ Home Kimbap
Jack
It's very crispy and fresh, and the kids in my family love it.
weee.15801369
I'm planning to eat baby octopus topped with flying fish roe in perilla leaf wraps.
Nbnbsjek
Oh package is good delivery was so fast! So fresh
hyunju4rang
It's an item I always add to my cart whenever I order from weee . It gives the best flavor when added to fried rice!
jiyoun.yoo.ny
It is delicious to grill salmon topped with a mixture of mayonnaise and roe.
weee.11854700
I love salmon roe, and I enjoy their mini salmon roe rice bowls. I'm a repeat customer.
Thang
It's very delicious!
Mimi
great quality
Tina
Loved it! Super good quality and you get a great amount for the price. The salmon roe is super fresh and perfectly seasoned—tastes just like what you’d get at a great sushi restaurant. Will definitely be ordering again! portioned, and froze.
Mimi
so goodvery very good
kazukotsuruta
It's affordable, delicious, and I keep buying it!
weee.16030277
The portion is generous enough, enough for four meals, haha. Seaweed rice rolls are delicious!
nori_iws
This is a repeat purchase. I'll divide it into smaller portions and enjoy it little by little.
alvinayhchan
Love the ikura, it's my absolute favorite ! It never disappoints
weee.17861531
I haven't opened it yet because I'm receiving it on July 4th. It looks very nice.
jhmem0904
Myeongran Bibimbap!! The pollack roe is really fresh and substantial~
sasa
It arrived perfectly frozen. I'm breaking it into smaller pieces and storing it in small portions. It's also delicious on top of udon noodles!
Yunseo
There is a lot of it, but it is all frozen together, so that is one downside.
Hsiaobelle
There are about 10 of them looks good
지민
delicious !!!
MayaHayashi
It's not spicy, and it's big, so you can eat the whole thing and feel luxurious.
weee.13912945
I bought this because I wanted to make mentaiko cream udon. I like it.
21ejinh
Whenever it's on sale, I always stock up and make pasta.
shiho
The portion is quite large, and the roe is plump and delicious.
ZZ
There is more than I expected. It arrived frozen solid. The pieces are large and in good condition.
o.miho.6th.925
I bought it on sale! I'm looking forward to using it in various ways!
Salome
I made super delicious mentaiko pasta It was great!
ritsuko_kurihara
Since the thin skin has been removed, you can easily use as much as you like. I've repurchased it many times to make salads and pasta sauces. It arrives packaged in an aluminum cooler bag with a large ice pack, along with other frozen foods, so I feel safe using it.
ycmeea
This item came packed with dry ice and was still frozen when I opened the package.
kyw905
Rich, savory, and super convenient to use. Perfect for pasta, rice, or adding extra flavor to your favorite dishes.
Nana7
Mix it with mayonnaise and eat it as mentaiko baguette – pure bliss!
L
great for rice and pasta
eiedoof
I like that I can squeeze it out.
yseandy_1111
Mentaiko spaghetti is delicious
Luna
I ate it on white rice and also made mentaiko fried rice! The mentaiko was quite spicy.