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John Dory

In season Summer Winter

Food Description:

Formerly known as St Peter Fish because of the dark blotches on the sides of the fish, which are supposed to represent the imprint St Peter's thumb made as he took money from the fish's mouth. Many also remark that John Dory tastes like butter, as it simply melts ion the mouth. In actual fact John Dory comes under the group of fish known as Butterfish.
John Dory are found around southern Australia.

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 mainly as fillets but can be purchased whole. To buy whole, look for bright skin, bulging eyes, firm flesh and a pleasant sea smell. Fillets should also be lustrous with no brown markings, have a pleasant sea smell and not ooze water.
To Store: Wrap whole fish or fillets in plastic wrap or put in an airtight container. Keeps 2-3 days in the refrigerator or up to 6 months in the freezer providing your freezer operates at -18°C.
Tips and Tricks: Because the recovery rate of fillets from whole fish is only 30% the cost of purchasing fillets will be much higher than buying the whole fish. As John Dory has delicate flesh the skin is best left on.

Nutrition (Per serve):

Energy (kJ): 562
Protein (g): 29.7
Saturated Fat, g : 0.5
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.
Sodium: Helps to maintain water levels in the body and is involved in secretion of gastric juices and nutrient transport. High amounts of sodium may lead to water retention and high blood pressure if it is not adequately excreted.
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): 1.6
Monosaturated Fat , g: 0.3
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.
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: John Dory is best steamed, poached, baked, barbecued or gently pan-fried. It is best coated in flour, breadcrumbs or a light batter before frying. If baking or barbecuing, wrap in foil.

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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