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Flathead

In season all year

Food Description:

The main species of flathead sold are: Tiger Flathead, Dusky Flathead, Eastern blue-spotted Flathead and Sand Flathead. Tiger Flathead are regarded as the best eating fish. The average weight of Flathead ranges from 390g to 1.5kg and a length of 28cm to 70cm. The flathead fillet is long and slender.

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 in skin on fillets or skinless boneless fillets.  Look for fish with good colour and lustre, firm flesh and pleasant, fresh sea smell.  Flathead are low to medium priced fish, with the fillets slightly more expensive.
To Store: Scale, clean and gut fish.  Wrap whole fish and fillets in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container.  Keep 2-3 days in the refrigerator or up to 6 months.
Tips and Tricks: Whole fish can be baked, steamed or poached, or cut into thick cutlets after trimming off any fins. Fillets are suited to all methods of cookery and can be cooked skin on. It is best to use a light marinade when barbecuing to avoid drying out the flesh.

Nutrition (Per serve):

Weight (grams): 160
Carbohydrates, g: 0.0
Fat (g): 1.6
Monosaturated Fat , g: 0.3
Niacin (B3):
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
Energy (kJ): 624
Protein (g): 33.3
Saturated Fat, g : 0.6
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.
Calcium: The most abundant mineral in the body, calcium is essential for health of bones and teeth, and also for nerve transmission, cardiovascular health, muscle contraction and blood clotting.
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

Cooking:

Cooking Tips: Flathead can be steamed, poached, deep-fried, pan-fried, barbecued or baked or in soups such as bouillabaisse where its sweet taste can tolerate stronger flavours of tomato and saffron.

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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