Healthy eating can feel like a chore. What if you could eat healthy food that is also delicious and versatile? The hidden champion of healthful eating is Seafood. Your taste buds are ready for an exciting journey.
Why Seafood should be your catch of the Day
Seafood is delicious and full of nutrients. Here are some reasons why Seafood is good for you:
Good for your Eyes: The Omega-3s are essential to maintaining healthy vision. They protect against age-related macular disease.
Omega-3s are anti-ageing and anti-inflammatory. They could reduce the risk of heart disease and other diseases. Oily fish such as Rupchanda, Mackerel and Mackerel may help reduce cancer risk.
Reducing Unhealthy Cravings: Fish contains selenium and zinc. These nutrients stabilize blood sugar. These nutrients curb hunger.
The Lean Protein Champ: Seafoods are a great source of lean proteins. Each serving contains around 15 grams. You will feel fuller and more energized. Tilapia has a particularly slim body.
Seafood is a good source of vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin D, Vitamin B12, and selenium.
Memory Booster – Omega-3s. They enhance learning and concentration. They can also prevent Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline.
Reduce depression risk with Vitamin B12 from fish. Omega-3s may help manage depression symptoms.
Metabolism: Iodine found in Seafood helps thyroid function. They regulate metabolism and energy.
Supports Healthy Pregnancy: Omega-3s help develop the brain and eyes of the fetus, which is beneficial to both pregnant women and babies.
Seafood as a Sealess Part of Your Diet
Here are some delicious and easy ways to include more Seafood in your weekly routine.
Fish Fry on Fridays:
Golden grilled prawns with a creamy cheese dip served with a lemon wedge and crispy onion rings.
Do you love fried food? Give your usual pakoras a seafood makeover!
Marinate Sardine, shrimp, or Jhinga Fish with yoghurt and ginger-garlic mixture. Do not forget to add your favourite masala spices. Then, cover them with a light chickpea flour batter.
Fry until golden brown. Serve them with a tangy, familiar chutney to make a delicious and comforting seafood dish.
Easy Seafood Soup:
Fresh herbs and garden vegetables add a lot of flavour to this bowl of fish soup.
Do you want a warming and comforting meal to satisfy your hunger? You can’t go wrong with a quick and tasty seafood soup! Mix your favourite Seafood [FTH fish & Seafood] with diced potatoes, vegetables and shrimp. A creamy coconut milk soup will make this a satisfying and hearty soup.
You’re craving a warm, comforting meal. Combine your favourite seafood medley (think Seer, Swordfish and Vanjaram fish) with diced vegetables and potatoes in a creamy coconut broth. This soup is perfect for rainy days.
Breakfast of Champions: Who said Seafood was only for dinner? Start your Day off with this protein-packed spin on masala scrambled egg!
Add chopped tomatoes, onions, and your favourite masalas to scrambled eggs. Add some cooked and chopped Macadamia or tilapia. It adds flavour and texture.
Add extra protein to your mornings for a better start. Keep yourself energized throughout the Day.
Salads Sensations:
Salad of mashed tuna, fresh greens and crisp onions with cherry tomatoes.
Seafood can elevate even the most simple salad. A simple salad can be transformed into something special with flakes of fish such as Indian Basa or Mandeli, a crunchy deep-fried Anchovies.
Add finely chopped cucumber to the greens. A simple honey-lime salad dressing can be drizzled on top. Add some coriander and chopped and toasted almonds to the top.
Fish can be used to make salad dressings. Mustard Vinaigrette is a flavorful and tangy dressing. It contains flat anchovy filets packed in oil, which adds a rich, savoury flavour to the dish.
The umami-rich taste of these anchovy filets is well known. The anchovy fillets add to the complexity of the vinaigrette. This versatile dressing complements many salads.
This sauce is a perfect blend of saltiness and acidity with subtle undertones of fish.
Ocean of Indian Variety
India’s coastline is over 7,500 km long. The Indian coastline is a treasure chest of aquatic delights.
For Subtle Palates: The mild and slightly sweet taste of Pomfret is a great choice for those with delicate palates. It pairs well with aromatic curries. The firm flesh of the prawn absorbs the flavour of the spices. It is, therefore, perfect for dishes such as Malwani Curry and Meen Moilee. Meen Moilee, Kerala’s coconut milk fish curry, is a popular dish.
Indian Basa, another mildly flavoured option, is also popular. Bengali Paturi, a lemon-based preparation with a delicate sweetness, is a good example. Bengali Paturi, or fish in banana leaves, is a steamed dish. You can also enjoy it grilled with a little citrus.
Bold Flavors: Crustacea, like crabs and prawns, have a strong, briny flavour. They are a key ingredient in curries with a fiery flavour and tandoori. The sweetness of the prawns complements the strong notes in masalas. You can see this in dishes such as Goan Prawn Curry and Chettinad Prawns.
Stir-fries are also elevated by their succulent flesh. This fish adds a wonderful textural contrast to your salads. Bangda has a slightly fishy, strong flavour. It is a great complement to spicy combinations. It is a prominent ingredient in Bengali cuisine, such as Machher Kalia. You can enjoy it fried in a coating of gram flour batter.
Rich Textures For those who are looking for a luxurious experience with a rich taste and an oily texture, Salmon and Tuna will satisfy your craving. These fish are ideal for baking or pan-frying. The natural oils from the fish can be used to flavour the dish. Salmon is delicious with a simple lemon-dill sauce. Tuna can be prepared in a variety of ways, including Tuna Steaks and Peppercorn Masala.
Fatty Delights: fatty salmon, like (Milkfish), is a highly prized fish that has a distinctive, sweet taste and high omega-3 content. The rich texture makes it ideal for pan-frying. The exterior is crispy. The interior is also melt-in-your-mouth. The fish is often seasoned with pepper and salt or lightly curried. Ilish (Hilsa) is a popular Bengali Fish. It’s praised for its buttery texture, subtle sweetness and rich taste. Its delicate flavour shines in simple preparations. These dishes can include Bengali Ilish Macher Paturi (steamed in banana leaf) or be grilled, pan-fried or steamed.
Just a few seafood dishes per week can be incorporated into your daily diet. You will be giving your body essential nutrients, and your taste buds will enjoy a delicious flavour fiesta.
