The most delicious types of fish. Delicious, but harmful. Red fish - a huge benefit for the body
We present a list of the most common freshwater (river) fish. Names with photos and descriptions for each river fish: its appearance, taste qualities fish, habitats, fishing methods, time and method of spawning.
Pike perch, like perch, prefers only clean water, saturated with oxygen and contributing to the normal life of the fish. This is a pure fish without any ingredients. The growth of pike perch can be up to 35 cm. Its maximum weight can reach up to 20 kg. Pike perch meat is light, without excess fat and very tasty and pleasant. It contains a lot of minerals, such as phosphorus, chlorine, chlorine, sulfur, potassium, fluorine, cobalt, iodine, and also a lot of vitamin P. Judging by the composition, pike perch meat is very healthy.
Bersh, like pike perch, is considered a relative of perch. It can grow in length up to 45 cm, with a weight of 1.4 kg. It is found in rivers that flow into the Black and Caspian Seas. His diet includes a small fish, like a minnow. The meat is almost the same as that of pike perch, although a little softer.
The perch prefers reservoirs with clear water. These can be rivers, ponds, lakes, reservoirs, etc. Perch is the most common predator, but you will never find it where the water is muddy and dirty. Quite thin gear is used for perch fishing. His fishing is very interesting and entertaining.
The ruff has a peculiar appearance with very prickly fins, which protects it from predators. Ruff also loves clean water, but depending on the habitat, it can change its shade. It grows in length no more than 18 cm and gains weight up to 400 grams. Its length and weight directly depend on the food supply in the pond. Its habitat extends to almost all European countries. It is found in rivers, lakes, ponds and even seas. Spawning is carried out for 2 days or more. Ruff always prefers to be at a depth, as he does not like sunlight.
This fish is from the perch family, but few people know it, since it is not found in such an area. It is distinguished by an elongated spindle-shaped body and the presence of a head with a snout protruding forward. The fish is not large, not more than one foot long. It is found mainly in the Danube River and adjacent tributaries. Her diet includes various worms, mollusks and small fish. The chop fish spawns in the month of April with caviar of a bright yellow hue.
This is a freshwater fish that is found in almost all water bodies of the globe, but only in those that have clean, oxygenated water. With a decrease in the concentration of oxygen in the water, the pike dies. Pike grows in length up to one and a half meters, with a weight of 3.5 kg. The body and head of the pike is characterized by an elongated shape. No wonder it is called an underwater torpedo. Pike spawning occurs when the water warms up from 3 to 6 degrees. It is a carnivorous fish and feeds on other fish species such as roach etc. Pike meat is considered dietary because it contains very little fat. In addition, there is a lot of protein in pike meat, which is easily absorbed by the human body. Pike can live up to 25 years. Its meat can be stewed, fried, boiled, baked, stuffed, etc.
This fish lives in ponds, lakes, rivers, reservoirs. Its color is largely determined by the composition of the water that is available in this reservoir. In appearance, it is very similar to the rudd. The diet of roach includes various algae, larvae of various insects, as well as fish fry.
With the advent of winter, roach goes to wintering pits. Spawns later than pike, somewhere at the end of spring. Before spawning begins, it is covered with large pimples. The caviar of this fish is quite small, transparent, with a green tint.
The bream is an inconspicuous fish, but its meat is characterized by excellent taste indicators. It can be found where there is still water or a weak current. Bream lives no more than 20 years, but grows very slowly. For example, a 10-year-old specimen can gain weight no more than 3 or 4 kilograms.
The bream has a dark silver tint. Average life expectancy is 7 to 8 years. During this period, it grows up to 41 cm in length and has an average weight of about 800 g. The bream spawns in spring.
This is a sedentary type of fish with a bluish-gray color. The bream lives for about 15 years and grows up to 35 cm in length, with a weight of 1.2 kg. Gustera, like bream, grows rather slowly. Prefer ponds with stagnant water or a slow current. In spring and autumn, the silver bream gathers in numerous flocks (dense flocks), hence it got its name. The white bream feeds on small insects and their larvae, as well as mollusks. Spawning takes place at the end of spring or beginning of summer, when the water temperature rises to +15ºС-+17ºС. The spawning period lasts from 1 to 1.5 months. The meat of the bream is considered not tasty, especially since it contains a lot of bones.
This fish is distinguished by a dark yellow-golden hue. It can live up to 30 years, but already at 7-8 years old, its growth stops. During this time, the carp manages to grow up to 1 meter in length and gain weight of 3 kg. Carp is considered a freshwater fish, but it is also found in the Caspian Sea. Its diet includes young shoots of reeds, as well as caviar of spawned fish. With the advent of autumn, its diet expands and various insects and invertebrates begin to enter it.
This fish belongs to the carp family and can live for about a hundred years. Can eat undercooked potatoes, breadcrumbs or cake. Distinctive feature carp is the presence of whiskers. Carp is considered a voracious and insatiable fish. Carp lives in rivers, ponds, lakes, reservoirs, where there is a muddy bottom. The carp loves to pass the pliable mud through its mouth in search of various bugs and worms.
Carp spawns only when the water begins to warm up to a temperature of +18ºС-+20ºС. Can gain weight up to 9 kg. In China it is a food fish, and in Japan it is an ornamental food.
A very strong fish. Many experienced anglers are engaged in fishing for this, using powerful and reliable gear for this.
Carp is the most common fish. It is found in almost all water bodies, regardless of the quality of the water and the concentration of oxygen in it. Crucian carp is able to live in water bodies where other fish will immediately die. It belongs to the carp family, and in appearance it is similar to carp, but does not have a mustache. In winter, if there is very little oxygen in the water, crucian carp hibernates and remains in this state until spring. The crucian spawns at a temperature of about 14 degrees.
Tench prefers ponds with dense vegetation and covered with dense duckweed. Tench is well caught from August, until the onset of real cold weather. Tench meat has excellent taste characteristics. No wonder the tench is called the royal fish. In addition to the fact that tench can be fried, baked, stewed, it makes an incredible fish soup.
The chub is considered a freshwater fish and is found exclusively in fast-flowing rivers. It is a member of the carp family. It grows up to 80 cm in length and can weigh up to 8 kg. It is considered a bold fish, as its diet consists of fish fry, various insects, and small frogs. It prefers to be under trees and plants hanging over the water, since various living creatures very often fall into the water from them. Spawns at temperatures from +12ºС to +17ºС.
Its habitat includes almost all rivers and reservoirs of European states. Prefers to stay at depth, in the presence of a slow current. In winter, it shows the same activity as in summer, since it does not hibernate. Considered to be a fairly hardy fish. It can have a length of 35 to 63 cm, with a weight of 2 to 2.8 kg.
Can live up to 20 years. The diet consists of both plant and animal foods. Ide spawning occurs in the spring, at a water temperature of 2 to 13 degrees.
It is also a member of the family of carp fish species and has a dark bluish-gray color. It grows in length up to 120 cm and can reach a weight of 12 kg. Found in the Black and Caspian Seas. Selects areas with fast currents and avoids stagnant water.
There are sabrefish with silvery, grayish and yellow coloring. It can gain weight up to 2 kg, with a length of up to 60 cm, it can live for about 9 years.
Chehon is growing very fast and gaining weight. Found in rivers, lakes, reservoirs and seas such as the Baltic Sea. At a young age, it feeds on zoo- and phytoplankton, and with the advent of autumn, it switches to feeding on insects.
It is easy to confuse rudd and roach, but rudd has a more attractive appearance. Over the course of 19 years of life, it is able to gain weight of 2.4 kg, with a length of 51 cm. It is found, for the most part, in rivers that flow into the Caspian, Azov, Black and Aral Seas.
The basis of the diet of the rudd is food of plant and animal origin, but most of all it likes to eat caviar of mollusks. A fairly healthy fish with a set of minerals such as phosphorus, chromium, as well as vitamin P, proteins and fats.
The podust has a long body and it chooses areas with a fast current. It grows in length up to 40 cm and at the same time has a weight of up to 1.6 kg. Podust lives for about 10 years. It feeds from the bottom of the reservoir, collecting microscopic algae. This fish is distributed throughout Europe. Spawns at a water temperature of 6-8 degrees.
Bleak is an ubiquitous fish, known to almost anyone who has ever fished with a fishing rod in a pond. The bleak belongs to the family of carp fish species. It can grow to small sizes in length (12-15 cm) with a weight of about 100 grams. It is found in rivers flowing into the Black, Baltic and Azov Seas, as well as in large reservoirs with clean, not stagnant water.
It is a fish similar to the bleak, but slightly smaller in size and weight. With a length of 10 cm, it can weigh only 2 grams. Able to live up to 6 years. It feeds on algae and zooplankton, while growing very slowly.
It also belongs to the family of carp fish species, and it has a spindle-shaped body. It grows in length up to 15-22 cm. It is carried out in reservoirs where there is a current and there is pure water. The gudgeon feeds on insect larvae and small invertebrates. Spawns in spring, like most fish.
This type of fish also belongs to the carp family. Feeds almost food of plant origin. It can grow in length up to 1 m 20 cm and weigh up to 32 kg. It has a high growth rate. White carp is distributed throughout the world.
The diet of the silver carp consists of microscopic particles of plant origin. It is a large representative of the carp family. This is a heat loving fish. The silver carp has teeth that can grind vegetation. It lends itself easily to acclimatization. Silver carp is grown artificially.
Due to the fact that it grows rapidly, it is of interest for industrial breeding. Can gain up to 8 kg of weight in a short time. For the most part, it is distributed in Central Asia and in China. It spawns in spring, loves water areas where there is an intense current.
This is a very large representative of freshwater reservoirs, capable of growing up to 3 meters in length and weighing up to 400 kg. Catfish has a brown tint, but does not have scales. Inhabits almost all water bodies of Europe and Russia, where there are appropriate conditions: clean water, the presence of aquatic vegetation and a suitable depth.
This is a small representative of the catfish family, which prefers small reservoirs (channels) with warm water. In our time, it was brought from America, where there are quite a lot of it and most anglers are engaged in catching it.
Its spawning occurs in conditions when the water temperature reaches +28ºС. Therefore, it can be found only in the southern regions.
It is a fish from the river eel family and prefers freshwater reservoirs. This is a snake-like predator that is found in the Baltic, Black, Azov and Barents Seas. Prefers to be in areas with a clay bottom. Its diet consists of small animals, crayfish, worms, larvae, snails, etc. Able to grow in length up to 47 cm and gain weight up to 8 kg.
This is a heat-loving fish that is found in water bodies located in large climatic zones. Its appearance resembles a snake. A very strong fish that is not so easy to catch.
It is a representative of cod-like fish and looks like a catfish in appearance, but it does not grow to the size of a catfish. This is a cold-loving fish that leads an active lifestyle in winter. Its spawning also occurs during the winter months. It hunts mainly at night, while leading a benthic lifestyle. Burbot refers to industrial species of fish.
This is a small fish with a long body, covered with very small scales. It can easily be confused with an eel or a snake if you have never seen one in your life. It grows in length up to 30 cm, or even more, if growth conditions favor. It is found in small rivers or ponds where there is a muddy bottom. It prefers to be closer to the bottom, and on the surface it can be seen during rain or thunderstorms.
The char belongs to the salmon family of fish species. Due to the fact that the fish does not have scales, it got its name. Grows to a small size. Its meat under the influence of low temperatures does not decrease in volume. It is characterized by the presence of fatty acids, such as omega-3, that can resist inflammatory processes.
It lives in rivers and feeds on various types of fish. Distributed in the rivers of Ukraine. Prefers shallow water areas. It can grow in length up to 25 cm. It reproduces by caviar, at a water temperature within + 8ºС. After spawning, it can live no more than 2- + x years.
The life expectancy of this fish is considered to be about 27 years. It grows in length up to 1 m 25 cm, gaining weight up to 16 kg. It is distinguished by a dark gray-brown color. In winter, it practically does not feed and goes to the depths. It has a valuable commercial value.
This fish lives only in the basin of the Danube arm and is not common anywhere else. It belongs to the family of salmon fish species and is a unique representative of the fish fauna of Ukraine. Danube salmon is listed in the Red Book of Ukraine and it is forbidden to catch it. Can live up to 20 years, feeds mainly on small fish.
It also belongs to the salmon family and prefers rivers with a rapid current and cold water. It grows in length from 25 to 55 cm, while gaining weight from 0.2 to 2 kg. The diet of trout includes small crustaceans and insect larvae.
It is a representative of the Evdoshkov family, reaches a size of about 10 cm, while gaining a weight of 300 grams. It occurs in the basins of the Danube and Dniester rivers. At the first danger, it burrows into the silt. Spawning occurs in March or April. Likes to eat fry and small invertebrates.
This fish is caught on an industrial scale in Edver, the Urals. Spawns at temperatures not higher than +10ºС. This is a predatory fish species that loves fast-flowing rivers.
This is a freshwater species of fish that belongs to the carp family. It grows up to 60 cm in length and gains up to 5 kg of weight. The fish has a dark color and is common in the Caspian, Black and Azov seas.
River fish without bones
Virtually no bones
- in maritime language.
- In fish of the sturgeon family, belonging to the chordate order.
Despite the fact that the water has a certain density, the body of the fish is ideally suited for movement in such conditions. And this applies not only to river, but also to sea fish.
Typically, her body has an elongated, torpedo-like body shape. In extreme cases, her body is spindle-shaped, which contributes to unhindered movement in the water. These fish include salmon, podust, chub, asp, sabrefish, herring, etc. In still water, most fish have a flat flattened body on both sides. These fish include carp, bream, rudd, roach, etc.
Among the many species of river fish, there are both peaceful fish and real predators. They are distinguished by the presence of sharp teeth and a wide mouth, which makes it easy to swallow fish and other living creatures. Such fish include pike, burbot, catfish, pike perch, perch and others. Such a predator as a pike during an attack is capable of developing a huge initial speed. In other words, she literally instantly swallows her victim. Predators such as perch always hunt in packs. Pike perch leads a benthic lifestyle and starts hunting only at night. This testifies to his uniqueness, or rather, his unique vision. He is able to see his prey in absolute darkness.
But there are also small predators that do not differ in the large size of their mouths. Although, such a predator as an asp does not have a huge mouth, such as a catfish, for example, and it feeds only on fish fry.
Many fish, depending on habitat conditions, may have a different shade. In addition, in different reservoirs there may be a different food base, which can significantly affect the size of the fish.
Fish is a product that is necessary for eating in order to maintain the beauty and health of the body. Fish contains more protein than meat. Among the wide variety of its varieties, it is not always easy to choose the most delicious and healthy.
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Nutritionists insist that fish should be included in the diet of every person. It contains substances that relieve joint pain in arthritis, reduce headaches, prevent the development of diabetes, help regulate blood pressure, and help reduce blood fat levels. Fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. They contribute to blood thinning, thereby reducing the risk of thrombosis.
Fish is a low-fat product. It is worth noting that even its fattest varieties contain only 25-30% of easily digestible fat. As a rule, fish protein is digested in the human body within 1.5-2 hours. Basically, fish are divided into sea and river. It is believed that the sea is also useful. But in both cases, there are pluses and minuses.
Sea fish
Sea fish meat contains a large number of substances useful for the human body: minerals (zinc, iron, lithium, boron, fluorine, bromine, phosphorus, copper, manganese, iodine, calcium, magnesium), vitamins (A, E, D, F), polyunsaturated fatty acids, amino acids ( methionine, tryptophan, lysine, taurine). Thanks to this composition, fish is a favorite among dietary products.
Dishes prepared from sea varieties of fish are not only tasty, but also healthy. For example, consuming 100 g of this product daily can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
The minus of sea fish can be noted high cost compared to the river. This is especially true for live aquarium and chilled fish.
River fish
One of the main advantages river fish considered to be its availability. It can always be purchased fresh near the house. Compared to the sea, freshwater inhabitants will be much cheaper. The meat of river fish also contains a large amount of useful trace elements. It is an excellent source of proteins.
However, the meat of river fish is considered less clean and tasty than sea fish. This is easily explained. River fish live in an environment most prone to contamination by heavy metals, pesticides and radionuclides. In addition, river fish is significantly inferior to marine seafood in terms of the content of useful amino acids, minerals and trace elements.
The most delicious and healthy fish
An important culinary advantage of ice fish is the absence of a smell characteristic of such a product. It is this property that makes it a good product for people who need it, but who cannot tolerate the fishy aroma. Icefish meat is very dense and lean (fat content is about 2-8 per 100 grams), but high in protein (17%). There are few bones in this variety: there is only a backbone, there are no costal bones and small bones. In addition, the ridge itself, due to its low calcium content, is very soft and edible.
Ice fish is usually steamed or boiled, but true connoisseurs of culinary masterpieces believe that the best dish based on it is aspic. The Japanese, knowing about the purity and environmental friendliness of ice fish meat, also like to eat it raw.
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About how useful fish fat, many learn from childhood. And the longevity of the Japanese people testifies to the benefits of seafood in general. But the question remains, how to pamper your body with the maximum positive effect. Perhaps it is salmon that will become a kind of lifesaver, a salvation for health.
What is this fish and how is it eaten?
In fact, salmon fish does not exist. This is a generalized name for the salmon family, including salmon, chum salmon, trout, omul, etc. Each of these fish, however, is equally useful and has a similar chemical composition, supplying the body with very useful components.
Salmon red meat (the flesh of fresh fish has a pinkish tint approaching red) is very tender, quickly salted, does not deteriorate for a long time, but loses some of its properties during heat treatment. Therefore, to get the full benefit, it is recommended to use it in salted or smoked form, as an independent snack or in salads.
Benefits in every gram
Salmon contains omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids. They are not produced by the body, but come only with food, therefore they are especially valuable. With a sufficient content of these acids in the human body, the risk of cardiovascular diseases is reduced, hematopoiesis processes are normalized, the nervous system calms down, the active work of the brain is restored, and even. In combination with vitamin D, these acids rejuvenate the body and save from depression.
Of course, like every fish, salmon contains phosphorus and calcium, which strengthen the musculoskeletal system, teeth and nails. Potassium and magnesium, also found in large quantities, stimulate the work of the heart, maintain muscle tissue in good shape. And all B vitamins work to maintain immune system, contribute to a balanced production of hormones and cellular rejuvenation.
Salmon is part of various diets, because. gives a feeling of satiety for a long time. It maintains skin elasticity (thanks to zinc and vitamin A), improves hair structure.
The caviar of this fish is the most important source of nutrients. It is not inferior to salmon meat in terms of the number of positive effects on the body. It is caviar that contains a lot of lecithin, iodine, vitamins E, B, D, which normalize blood pressure and increase hemoglobin. There are no carbohydrates in caviar, and the amount of fat is reduced as much as possible. The "good" cholesterol contained in caviar is also needed by the body.
Salmon fat strengthens the walls of blood vessels and saves from diabetes. It, like aspirin, thins the blood, preventing strokes and heart attacks.
Women will surely appreciate all the benefits of salmon: it speeds up the metabolism, getting rid of cellulite. Collagen, which is part of the fish, preserves the youthfulness of the skin. And salmon protein will be a wonderful addition to nutrition with regular physical training.
Obviously, salmon is a must on the table in every home where health and longevity are sought.
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Without a sufficient amount of iodine in the body, the thyroid gland ceases to function normally. Iodine enters the body through food, skin and inhaled air. It is very important to consume foods rich in this element. One such food is fish.
Haddock is a fish related to cod. The iodine content in it is 245 mg per 100 g. This is a marine fish with a dietary lean meat. Most fat is stored in the liverSea bass contains 145 mg of iodine per 100 g. It has fatty meat, is a source of not only iodine, but also healthy fats and proteins. Very useful for people involved in mental work. Contains large amounts of vitamin B12. Useful for skin, nervous and digestive systems.
Mackerel contains 100 mg of iodine per 100 g of product. It is a fish of the mackerel family. Slightly larger than mackerel. Mackerel meat is rich in trace elements and vitamins, but its composition depends on the area where the fish live. It contains all B vitamins, and 400 g of this fish fills the daily need of the human body for potassium. Substances contained in mackerel prevent the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and slow down the aging process. Eating this fish significantly improves the appearance of a person and prevents some diseases.
Each country has its own unique "chip", which gives the dishes a special touch. In Greece, for example, when cooking, olive oil of the highest quality is actively used, and in Italy - all kinds of sauces and sauces from tomatoes with spices. French cuisine is unthinkable without Provence herbs, and in Mexico, chili peppers are the hallmark of the cuisine.
In the restaurants of the Scandinavian countries, washed by the icy seas, there is always a large selection of various fish dishes: this is the fish itself, cooked by everyone possible ways, and soups, salads, sandwiches with fish. In Finland, kalekukko - fish pies are popular, and in Norway - klipfiks (cod, decapitated and dried right on the rocks). By the way, in Scandinavia it is customary to drink coffee at any time of the day.
French cuisine surprisingly combines simplicity and incredible culinary delights. The menu includes fried potatoes with spices and foie gras, beef and escargot snails... Desserts are always works of art.
Italians will offer you traditional pizza and pasta, but you can try it all without leaving your native country. Look out for antipasto (vegetables marinated in oil), try pancetta (a competitor to Spanish jamon) and the famous Italian ice cream.
Greek cuisine is rich fresh vegetables and delicious olive oil. Be sure to try spanakopita (feta and spinach baked in dough).
Fans of culinary experiments will like Chinese and Japanese cuisines. Order whatever you want... But don't ask what the dish is made of! Traditional gourmets can recommend sweet and sour pork or tempura - deep-fried vegetables.
River fish is much easier to buy fresh, and at a price it is much more economical. In the most delicious and healthy river fish, first of all it is worth mentioning the pike. It has very lean meat that bakes beautifully. Pike cutlets and meatballs will perfectly diversify any diet menu. The main advantage of this fish is its anti-inflammatory properties, this is due to the content of a natural antiseptic in it.
The owner of the most expensive fish in the world for the second year in a row was the company Kiyomura, which owns a chain of sushi restaurants. The company's management claims that, despite some high cost of acquisition, in this way they provide their Japanese restaurants top quality tuna. It should be noted that the high cost of this commercial predatory fish, which is in great demand among, is due to the threat of its complete extinction.
Endangered bluefin tuna
According to statistics from the World Wildlife Fund, bluefin tuna, predominantly found in Mediterranean and Atlantic waters, may become extinct as a species in the coming years. The number of its populations is significantly reduced, and the capture is carried out exclusively by barbaric methods. The number of lovers of tuna and sushi salad is growing every day, while the tuna itself simply does not have time to multiply.
If sixty-four years ago, six hundred thousand tons of bluefin tuna were caught in the world, today this figure has already reached six million tons.
However, the problem is not only the lack of tuna to provide restaurants. Since tuna is a predatory fish, its disappearance from the marine ecosystem will upset its balance. Therefore, today many stars and the World Wildlife Fund are urging people to refuse tuna dishes. As a result, sixteen thousand people from one hundred and forty-nine countries of the world refused them, as well as some French, Italian, Norwegian, British and Spanish restaurants and shops. They have completely removed bluefin tuna from their menus and assortment.
By ditching the most expensive fish in the world, many restaurant owners are hoping that the tuna population will increase in the future as well as deli lovers.
Valuable species of fish
Ever since tsarist times, when fish soup was also called "gravy" and "slurry", this dish was divided into ordinary and festive varieties. The latter was also called "red ear" and "old fish soup", and for cooking they used valuable varieties of fish: sturgeon, beluga and salmon. Such a dish had a very appetizing amber color, and an additional aroma was given to it by then imported from distant countries, and now widely available saffron.
If you can’t afford to buy a whole fish from the Sturgeon or Salmon family, there is a fairly acceptable way out - you can purchase the so-called fish offal. It is they that are needed to cook the fish soup, and the rest of the fish - only for an additional “thickness” in the dish. Fatty and rich offal include the head of the fish, tail and trimmings of the abdomen. But even here there are some nuances of preparation. For example, you need to clean your head very carefully, since the presence of gills in it can impart excessive and completely unnecessary bitterness to an already prepared dish.
A great option is also a combination of sturgeon and salmon offal in one dish. Such an ear can become a real festive dish, worthy of literally the royal table. If you managed to purchase sturgeon offal, then be sure to peel the pieces of fish from the skin, as it can also impart a not very pleasant taste to the dish.
Other cooking options
This dish is suitable for almost all types of fish that can be caught in Russian rivers: ruffs, whitefishes, perches, zanders, tenches, burbots, catfishes, ides, rudds, chubs, carps, asps, breams and many others. At the same time, again, it is better to combine several varieties in one dish, since each of them gives the soup its own peculiarity. For example, it is believed that ruffs and perches impart stickiness to the dish, and burbot - sweetness.
If at least 3 varieties of fish are used in the preparation of fish soup, then it is called the “team”, and in the old days, not only the one that was cooked from “noble” raw materials was revered as a delicious soup, but also a dish in the preparation of which small fish were used.
But in general, for almost all variations, there are the same rules - in no case can you cook a whole fish, it must be gutted, washed and cleaned of scales; it is necessary to filter the broth after cooking; in the broth at the stage of its preparation, you need to add onions and carrots, which will add liquid pleasant aroma and not dull color.
Fish occupies an important place in the diet, and for many people it is a favorite dish that they are ready to eat not only on Thursdays. Answering the question which fish is the most useful for humans, we can answer with confidence - of course, sea fish.
The river ecosystem is more prone to pollution, especially small shallow rivers close to human habitats. Marine waters also suffer from dirt along the coastline. But, there is good news - fishing is carried out mainly at a remote distance from the coast, which guarantees the ecological purity of the fish.
Currently, fish markets sell completely unhealthy fish artificially grown on farms. Antibiotics, hormones, growth stimulants are daily added to its food, and as a result, the “meat” of the fish looks more like a fatty transparent jelly, although outwardly the fish looks quite attractive. Therefore, it is important for the consumer to find a good supplier of wild-raised marine fish (and this is not easy to do).
What sea fish is the most useful
Really valuable is the fish of the salmon subspecies, but it has a high cost. All salmon are rich in fish oil, which contains valuable omega-3 and 6 acids in a useful (best) ratio for human health. The most useful marine fish for humans is:
- salmon (wild, Atlantic, chinook salmon);
- red salmon;
- trout;
- coho salmon;
The list of valuable marine fish continues:
- halibut;
- tuna;
- sardines.
The most budgetary, but no less useful include:
- mackerel;
- herring;
- cod.
Mackerel is not yet grown on farms, to this day it is 100% commercial fish, so feel free to buy it everywhere and be sure - it is marine. But, be careful, some dishonest sellers sell horse mackerel under the guise of mackerel. The fact is that at first glance, both fish look very similar, so a sharp eye is required to detect a fake.
Interesting fact. Large fish tuna and salmon tend to accumulate mercury compounds in the tissues, so you should include them in your menu no more than twice a month.
Sea fish contains useful:
1. Fatty acids: linolenic (omega-6) and alpha-linolenic (omega-3), they help us cope with depressive states, strengthen the immune system and the skeletal system, are fuel for the brain and strong memory, make our skin supple and prolong its youth;
2. Iodine . Thyroid health is compromised with iodine deficiency. Its deficiency disrupts the development of the fetus during pregnancy and leads to serious consequences: mental retardation and the development of cretinism.
3. Phosphorus. It is a building material for the growth of bones and teeth. Its deficiency makes them brittle and brittle.
4. Sulfur. At lack of sulfur, our hair and nails become dry and brittle. Not without reason, this microelement is included in the composition of women's "beauty vitamins" without fail.
5. Vitamin A .Sharp vision is “our everything”, and with a deficiency of retinol, it falls, and also causes dryness of the cornea of \u200b\u200bthe eyeball.
The younger the fish, the less fat it contains. In fish "with experience" the percentage of fat reaches 13%, but this healthy fat for a person who is a source of "good cholesterol" that can reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.
Did you know that 100 grams of herring and mackerel contain about 50% daily allowance iodine.
A red fish fillet with white fatty streaks indicates that the fillet has not been dyed. The use of the dye is indicated by a solid red color.
What river fish is the most useful
By their own valuable properties river fish is not as useful to humans as sea fish. If you are lucky enough to get a supplier of pure, natural river fish or a reservoir where you can catch it yourself, then such fish will undoubtedly benefit your health.
The best is: carp, perch and perch, pike. This fish is high in protein, calcium and phosphorus, useful amino acids.
What is the healthiest fish for kids?
Fish are important baby food. In her chemical composition have everything essential vitamins and trace elements necessary for a growing child's body. The most useful fish for children, as well as for adults, is sea fish.
What fish is the most harmful
There are "scavenger" fish that are ready to eat anything, including food garbage. They thrive in the dirtiest water saturated with waste and chemicals. Everything would be fine, but only such a fish is caught and released for sale.
Information “walks” across the Internet that this most unhealthy fish for humans comes from Vietnam, where it is grown on small farms (read it for yourself, very entertaining). Therefore, step away from the counter with a proud look of a knowledgeable person if the label says:
- telapia;
- pangasius (sea language).
Eat sea fish and be healthy!
Health
Many people know about the exceptional benefits of fish for the full maintenance of health. But when it comes to choosing fish, a problem arises.
We will tell you about several of the most useful species, but we will make a reservation right away that we are talking about fish that has grown only in natural conditions.
The benefits of fish
1. Atlantic salmon
Salmon meat is considered an excellent dietary product. 100 grams of wild red fish contain half daily allowance vitamin B12, niacin, selenium, vitamin B6 and magnesium. Omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in large quantities in salmon, can affect a person's biological age.
Potassium and phosphorus lead among macronutrients. These substances are known to be necessary for the functioning of the cardiovascular system, the development of muscle tissue and normal operation brain.
2. Lufar
100 grams of bluefish contains about 109 kcal. It contains about 5 percent fat and about 20 percent protein. Due to the high content of important elements like phosphorus, potassium, calcium, sodium and iron fish is considered very useful.
Meat is especially rich in vitamin B12, which is essential for healthy cell growth and formation of blood cells, and vitamin D, which is essential for strong bones and skin.
3. Atlantic herring
Herring is considered one of the fattest fish, and there is so much protein in it that 250 grams of herring cover the daily human need. Omega-3 fatty acids, which are part of fish oil, are of great benefit to the cardiovascular system and the entire human body.
It contains vitamins A, D, PP, group B, calcium, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, magnesium, fluorine, zinc, iodine. Healthy herring fat has been proven to significantly reduce the size of adipocytes (fat cells), which reduces the chance of disease dangerous ailments including type 2 diabetes.
Composition of fish
4. Arctic char
Fish meat is not as fatty as other salmon, but it does not dry out during the heat treatment. Fish oil contains polyunsaturated fatty acids, and they contain rare Omega-3.
The char boasts the presence of other vitamins and minerals. These are vitamins A, group B, PP, K, E, minerals - iron, selenium, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium. Due to the unique composition of this representative of salmon, eating it will significantly reduce the risks of many serious diseases.
5. Anchovy
This small fish, due to its high protein content, is nutritionally comparable to meat, while its calorie content is very low. Anchovy fillet is rich in vitamins and minerals necessary for the full functioning of the body. These are combinations of iron, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, sodium, potassium and zinc. Vitamins - groups B, A, E, K, thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, folic and ascorbic acid.
Anchovy has a number useful properties due to the presence of polyunsaturated fatty acids, lowers cholesterol and prevents heart disease.
6. Mackerel
The chemical composition of mackerel is very diverse. It includes trace elements, minerals, vitamins and fatty acids. The high content of nutrients makes mackerel a versatile product for any diet, as it contains everything the body needs for normal functioning.
7 Rainbow Trout
Trout contains a large amount of useful fatty acids, macro- and microelements, which are very valuable for the human body. The average calorie level of rainbow trout is at the level of 119 kcal per 100 grams of fish.
Trout contains vitamins A, B, C and PP, as well as potassium, zinc, selenium, magnesium, sodium, phosphorus and iron. By eating this type of fish at least once a week, it is possible to lower cholesterol levels, strengthen blood vessels and nervous tissues, avoid memory problems in old age.
8. Sardine
This small fish is well absorbed by the body and is an excellent source of protein. sardine contains whole complex vitamins (A, B12, B6, D) and fish oil, which lowers cholesterol. Sardine contains omega-3 fatty acids, which are designed to prevent diseases of the cardiovascular system and reduce the likelihood of blood clots.
9. Tuna
The composition of the fish includes more than 25% protein, and this makes it one of the most useful of its kind, if you choose the right fish. Tuna contains a lot of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are especially beneficial for the cardiovascular system, as they help manage cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart attack and the likelihood of blood clots.
The importance of selenium in tuna should be highlighted, since this trace element is able to cleanse the liver of toxins. Tuna is able to provide the body with the daily requirement for vitamin B12 and about 30% of the daily requirement for vitamin B6. Tuna is also rich in various minerals.
Along with useful types of fish, there are many varieties that can harm the body. Mercury contamination is a serious problem for many species of game fish, even those that are popular in restaurants around the world. These are sea bass, farm eel, tilapia, catfish, tilefish and pangasius.
Don't skimp on the quality of the fish. If you want to treat yourself and your loved ones to delicious and nutritious dishes, choose only the healthiest varieties of fish. When choosing a fish, the first principle to follow is that the smaller the fish, the more likely it is to be environmentally friendly.
Fish is a nutritious, but often dietary product. But what types of fish are the healthiest? This article will tell about the benefits of seven types of fish.
Fish, no doubt, very useful product. What is the healthiest fish? What type to give preference? Doctors strongly recommend adding fish meals on the menu at least twice a week. It contains easily digestible protein, such food does not create a feeling of heaviness. It contains a lot of vitamins A and D, as well as fatty acids that prevent diseases of the cardiovascular system.
Which fish is healthier: top 7 species
We have prepared a rating of the seven most useful types of fish for the body, the inclusion of which in the diet will improve mood, tone up, and improve the condition of the skin and hair. Besides, regular consumption of fish in the absence of contraindications It is an excellent prevention of many health problems.
1. Tuna
There are many lists on the Internet useful fish. And each of them has tuna. It is the leader in the content of vitamins and nutrients. At the same time, its calorie content does not exceed 80 kcal per 100 g. Tuna meat is pure protein. It is very low in fat and contains zinc, phosphorus, calcium, selenium and vitamin D. You can try it in Sicily.
There are several general rules for choosing healthy fish:
- It must be marine. It is sea fish that collects in itself all the substances necessary for the body, and salty water is a natural disinfectant.
- The fish must be oily. This one has a higher concentration of vitamin D and necessary for the body fatty acids.
- The fish must be small or young. It is believed that fish are able to absorb toxins from the water and therefore, the less the fish has been in the water, the less toxins have accumulated in it.
2. Salmon: trout, pink salmon and salmon itself
Trout is one of the most popular types of fish.
The use of fatty red fish improves the functioning of the cardiovascular system, prevents the formation of blood clots. It contains a lot of B, A and D vitamins, as well as selenium, phosphorus and folic acid. Trout is slightly less high-calorie, while it also contains sodium, potassium, calcium, manganese, magnesium, and fluorine. And, of course, Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, indispensable for the functioning of the heart and the body as a whole. In addition to the main properties, they help the endocrine system, promote proper bone formation and metabolism.
3. Cod
Cod is ready for steaks!
The most useful part of this fish is the liver. Cod contains almost no cholesterol. Its white meat contains 19% protein and only 0.3% fat. Regular consumption of cod strengthens the immune system, improves the functioning of the nervous system and metabolism.
6. Carp, carp, carp
Future Christmas carp (popular)
These are relatively fatty fish species. They contain up to 11% fat and up to 17% protein, and therefore the benefits of this fish for the body can not be overestimated. In addition, they are rich in calcium and sulfur. They are useful for the beauty of the skin and nervous tissue.
7. Catfish
Do not be afraid! It's catfish 🙂 Or just CatFish.
Catfish - though not marine, but useful. Its tender sweetish meat contains all the necessary fats and proteins. The amino acids contained in catfish are beneficial for the mucous membranes, nervous and digestive systems.
But it's not even about which fish is healthier. The main rule is that it should always be fresh. Even river, large and relatively dry, but fresh fish will be much more useful than not very fresh tuna.