The trickery of the salmon head is like no other. It conciliates not
even the seamiest of stomachs. And for the common diner, it can be too foreign
to fathom. But like so many perplexing discoveries this rare earth has to
offer, looks will be deceiving for the salmon head. Gelatinous eye, open jaw,
silken scales… it certainly doesn’t lure you in. But what comes of a salmon
head broth (a $2.00 purchase) may alarm you (in a good way).
It is in its own right, disturbing yet not surprisingly disturbing
that salmon heads are another useful treasure marked as “throw-away” in our
lovely little society.
The benefits of salmon and other meaty fish are clear as day,
riddled with omega 3s in their oils and superior protein to that of its red
meat cousins.
Yet it continues…
Cancer Protection
Researchers at University of
Maryland Medical Center added that regular consumption of salmon will help to
curb the risk of colon cancer or prevent it from worsening in the people
affected with the disease. They also added that men can rely on salmon
fish for reducing the risk of prostate cancer and women from breast cancer.
As said before the salmon is enriched with
omega-3 fatty acids, and these acids inhibit the actions of free radicals
causing cancer.
Final Verdict: This means you can reduce risk
of cancer by incorporating salmon broth in your diet.
Heart Health
Consumption of fishes enriched
with omega-3 fatty acids offers multitude of heart health benefits. According
to Mayo Clinic, a weekly consumption of one or two servings of salmon will
reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications and untimely death. Omega-3
fatty acids reduce the levels of triglycerides in the body and enhance levels
of high density lipoprotein cholesterols and plummets the level of blood
pressure in people suffering from hypertension. The scientists at University of
Maryland Medical Center have encouraged the consumption of salmon or salmon
enriched foods because they inhibit the risk of blood clots and
atherosclerosis. They added having the course of salmon dish at least twice a
week will help to reduce the risk of strokes by 50 percent.
Arthritis
The researchers at University
of Maryland Medical Center add that people suffering from rheumatoid arthritis
on consumption of foods enriched with omega -3 fatty acids could lower their
stiffness in joints. The omega -3 fatty acids present in salmon slows down the
progression of inflammation.
Skin Allergies
It was found that people
suffering from psoriasis experienced improvement in their skin, after they
increased consumption of omega-3 fatty acids along with their regular
prescriptions. Along with it researchers have found that omega – 3 fatty acids
empower the skin to fight ultra violet radiations.
Consumption of foods enriched
with omega-3 fatty acids help to boost the brain cells and helps to improve the
symptoms of mental disorders like bipolar disorder, depression, attention
deficit hyperactivity disorder, and schizophrenia.
Recipe
The Broth
2 fish heads
bushel of green onions
1 chopped red onion
2 large portabella (or mushroom of choice)
miso to taste
rice vinegar to taste
soy sauce to taste
white pepper pinch
Garnish
The garnish is actually a primary component to the soup, not to be thought of as a typical secondary part.
1/2 cubed yam
celery chopped
carrots julienne
kale, bok choy or swiss chard chopped
green onions quartered
snow peas whole
after the broth has been rendered from the fish head goodness, remove the heads, or dont. it is a choice made soley by the chef. in the end either the cook or the diner will have to do a little picking in order to salvage the delishous meat from the bones. when the broth is strained and pure, heat it. add the yams and carrots. wait a few minutes before serving the revised broth over the remaining garnish. serve immediately this process allows the vegetables to retain their nutritional value and add to the health benefits of this superfood salmon head soup.
enjoy!
