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According to health and environmental experts, Pacific sardines are the healthiest food! Why? Because it gives us Omega3 fats which is very good for healthy heart and brain. Sardines have the best amount of Omega3, more than salmons’ and tunas’ per serving. And Sardines’ Omega3 is packed in Vitamin D. See? What a special fish we have here! Beside all these benefits it brings to us, Sardines actually have a rapid reproduction. So don’t worry to eat them lot.
Some Sardines are wild-caught and some are canned. Is canned Sardines safe to eat? Yes, as long as the can is well- sealed, not damaged and not passed the expired date. Most people prefer Sardines packed in olive oil to those packed in soybean oil. And for fat control, some may choose Sardines packed in water. If you are buying fresh Sardines, make sure they still smell fresh, firm to the touch, have shiny skin and bright eyes. Sardines contain 10 important nutrients - vitamin B12, tryptophan, selenium, vitamin D, omega3 fatty acids, protein, phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B3 (niacin) and calories.
If you are a stranger to Sardines, here are some tips to make yourself enjoy the food. Start to choose a boneless and skinless variety which is usually packed in water or olive oil, because they are mild and suit any recipes. If you are having a canned Sardine, just lightly dredge them in salt and pepper, then sauté them in a little olive oil. Smoked Sardines covered in sauces like tomato and mustard are also very tasty. If you found out to love Sardines, you can have many yummy Sardines recipes online. Remember, Sardines’ bone and skin are also edible, and deliver calcium to your bone. Happy tasting!
