The most popular food in Tamil Nadu is Sankara Fish Fry, found in almost every home.
Red Snapper is also known as "Tambusa in Hindi," Malayalam as "Pahari," Telugu as "Korameenuenu," Thundava as "Rangu," and Kerala as "Chempalli." The Snapper family has 113 species, including the Red Snapper, and the fish in this family are known as "snappers."
Snapper is a type of fish found on the reefs of the western Atlantic Ocean, the Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico.
Red Snapper acquired its name from its red and pink shiny scales, making it a tasty fish. The mid-Atlantic and Caribbean coasts are abundant in red Snapper. This fish may live for up to 50 years.
The fish is 30-61 cm long and weighs between 4.5 and 9 kg, with pink to brilliant red metallic skin.
Because of its enticing mild flavor and exquisite texture, it is one of the most well-known types of seafood. The flesh of the snapper is white and solid in texture. The meat is tender and flavorful, with a nutty flavor. Sankara meen is better suited to frying than curry. It's topped with homemade spicy masala and shallow fried in oil, and it's flavorful, tasty & delicious.
Nutritional Facts & Values of Sankara Meen:
Red snapper has a modest quantity of omega-3 fatty acids and considerable amounts of vitamin D, E, selenium, and magnesium in its diet. This fish has roughly 170 calories and more than 35 grams of protein per six-ounce meal. This fish also has a high potassium content.
For every 170gm of Sankara Fish fillets are as follows.
- Calories - 218 Kcal
- Total fat - 2.9 gm
- Cholesterol - 80 mg
- Carbohydrates - 0
- Sodium - 97 mg
- Protein - 45 gm
- Potassium - 887mg
Health Benefits of eating Sankara Meen
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Low Calories to keep you healthy
Sankara meen is a beneficial fish for health-conscious consumers since it has no trans fat. This fish is minimal in calories and includes just 5% fat. However, Sankara Fish is unsuitable for pregnant women because of its high mercury content.
- It helps to keep a healthy metabolism in check
Because of its high potassium level, eating Snapper assists in weight reduction by increasing the body's metabolism. Potassium is found in Snapper, and it activates energy-metabolizing enzymes. A potassium-deficient diet might increase your chances of having a stroke, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, or kidney stones.
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Fats that are good for you
Red Snapper is high in omega-3 fatty acids. According to the American Heart Association, eating fish daily can help reduce your risk of heart disease, atherosclerosis, and high blood cholesterol.
Thyroid health + increased white blood cells
Snapper provides approximately 70% of the selenium necessary in a 2,000-calorie diet. It is essential for white blood cell function (it increases the number of white blood cells generated by the body). Still, it is also necessary for the appropriate functioning of the thyroid gland. Selenium is a vital antioxidant that we don't hear enough about because of its potential to prevent DNA damage, arthritis, cancer, and heart disease caused by free radical chemicals.
- Digestion is simple
Smooth digestion is required for appropriate food absorption. Snapper's nutrients decrease inflammation and improve food absorption into the circulation and other organs, making digestion easier and reducing the risk of stomach problems.
- Great Mind Stimulation
Because of all the essential nutrients, Snapper is known as brain food (Vitamin A, selenium, Omega-3 fatty acids, and potassium). Consumption of fish like Snapper boosts cognitive function and strengthens the neurological system.
Serves 2-3
Gross Wt. 500gms
Net Wt. 250gms
