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Yellowtail Kingfish

In season Summer

Food Description:

Yellowtail kingfish has a silver and black body, a yellow stripe and yellowish fins and tail. They can weigh up to 20 kg. It's a popular sashimi fish and a good source of Omega 3 fats.
Farmed kingfish has a higher fat content than the wild kingfish. Kingfish has a medium to strong flavour. The flesh is quite firm and oily, the fillets are thick and have few large bones.Like tuna it can dry out easily so don't overcook it.
Yellowtail kingfish is also known as kingfish, hoodlum, silver king or king amberjack.

Sold whole and as fillets or cutlets. Look for fish which is firm, with a bright lustrous appearance and fresh sea smell.

Wrap whole cleaned and gutted fish or fillets in plastic wrap or put in an airtight container.

Keep up to 2 days in the refrigerator.

Note about amines: Fresh seafood has low amine levels, but when older than two days the amine content rises to moderate, and any fish that has been frozen has high levels.

General Information:

Category: Seafood - Finfish
To Buy: Sold whole and as fillets or cutlets. Look for fish which is firm, with a bright lustrous appearance and fresh sea smell.
To Store: Wrap whole cleaned and gutted fish or fillets in plastic wrap or put in an airtight container.  Keep up to 2 days in the refrigerator.
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Nutrition (Per serve):

Energy (kJ): 687
Protein (g): 32.5
Saturated Fat, g : 1.3
Vitamin B2: Aids in the metabolism of fats, protein and carbohydrate. Also involved in maintaining mucous membranes and body tissues, good vision and health of skin.
Potassium: Needed for normal growth and muscle and nerve contraction. Together with sodium regulates water and fluid balance in the body.
Phosphorus: Closely related to calcium, this mineral is an important component of bones and teeth and helps maintain the body's energy supply and pH levels.
Salicylates: Naturally occurring plant chemicals found in several fruits, vegetables, nuts, herbs and spices, jams, honey, yeast extracts, tea and coffee, juices, beer and wines. Also present in flavourings, perfumes, scented toiletries and some medications. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Safe/negligible amount
Carbohydrates, g: 0.0
Fat (g): 3.6
Monosaturated Fat , g: 1.1
Niacin (B3):
Magnesium: Involved in energy production and proper functioning of muscles and nerves, magnesium also promotes the absorption of other minerals and promotes blood vessel dilation and lowers the risk of blood clots.
Amines: Amines come the breakdown or fermentation of proteins. High amounts are found in cheese, chocolate, wine, beer and yeast extracts. Smaller amounts are present in some fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, avocados, bananas. For those with sensitivities, low foods are almost never a problem, moderate and high foods may cause reactions, depending on how sensitive you are and how much is eaten. Very high foods will most often cause unwanted symptoms in sensitive individuals. Low
Glutamates: Glutamate is found naturally in many foods, as part of protein. It enhances the flavour of food, which is why foods rich in natural glutamates such as tomatoes, mushrooms and cheeses are commonly used in meals. Pure monosodium glutamate (MSG) is used as an additive to artificially flavour many processed foods, and should be avoided, especially in sensitive individuals as it can cause serious adverse reactions. n/a

Cooking:

Cooking Tips: Marinate before baking or BBQing in foil. As it holds its shape well it can also be used in kebabs.

Benefits the Following Health Conditions:*

* This information is sourced by a qualified naturopath. It is non prescriptive and not intended as a cure for the condition. Recommended intake is not provided. It is no substitute for the advice and treatment of a professional practitioner.



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