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Athletes approach the choice of food with special rigor and include only the most necessary and useful in the diet. Tuna is always present in their menu. It’s all about the nutritional properties that turn this fish into an ideal dietary product, moreover, quite satisfying and refined. What exactly is the benefit of tuna for the body and how to get it in full, we find out together with the experts of the Maguro trademark.
Fish with a meat soul
Tuna is a unique fish in many ways. Due to the rich red hue of its fillet, at first glance it is easy to confuse it with the flesh of beef. No wonder the French call tuna sea veal. An unusual taste with characteristic “meat” notes only enhances the similarity.
Tuna is related to red meat and has a high content of protein saturated with amino acids. It is this element that is known to be needed to strengthen muscle fibers and build muscle mass. Another important point is that there are no carbohydrates in tuna at all, which bind water molecules. Due to this, the body gets rid of excess fluid and “dries” the muscles. This effect, coupled with regular workouts and proper nutrition, allows the body to spend deep fat reserves and lose excess weight more effectively. As a result, you get a slim figure and a beautiful relief of muscles.
Another advantage of tuna is that the protein available in it is absorbed faster than the protein from meat and almost without residue. Professional athletes recommend to lean on dishes with his participation after active training. Thanks to the impressive reserves of protein in fish, the body recovers strength better, and the muscles get into tone faster.
The composition of natural tuna, among other things, contains several varieties of essential omega-3 fatty acids. They strengthen the heart and blood vessels, have an anti-inflammatory effect on the muscles, help relieve pain in the joints and, most importantly, give the body enormous amounts of energy necessary for fruitful training.
Fish metamorphoses
Tuna meat is famous for the fact that it improves metabolism with regular use. In addition, the body receives a portion of vital vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, E and PP. This fish is also rich in phosphorus, iodine, sodium, potassium, magnesium, iron. With increased physical exertion, this combination will be very useful. And tuna does not cause allergies and helps to remove accumulated harmful substances from the liver.
Look for all of the above properties should be primarily in a fresh natural product. In this regard, the Maguro tuna fillet is the best choice. It is subjected to initial shock freezing immediately on board a fishing vessel, thanks to which it is possible to preserve the natural taste and the entire list of valuable nutritional elements. Before cooking, it is enough to defrost such a product on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator, then rinse it in cold water and dry it.
A reasonable alternative to fresh fillet will be canned tuna “Maguro”. This product meets international quality and safety standards. It is made exclusively from natural ingredients. To make sure of this, just look at the label. In the jar you will find nothing but juicy large pieces of fish fillet, olive oil and salt.
Sports gourmets will enjoy the most delicate tuna pate “Maguro”. It is made from natural tuna according to a traditional recipe with the addition of onions, vegetable oil, salt and spices. No dyes, flavorings, flavor enhancers and other “chemicals”. This product is ideal for hearty healthy sandwiches, salad leaf rolls, thin pita bread rolls. Such snacks are convenient to take with you to refresh yourself after a workout.
Tuna in a crispy crust
What is it to cook from tuna for the benefit of the muscles and the whole body? We suggest starting with tuna breaded with sesame seeds. We defrost 400 g of Maguro tuna fillet, wash it under water and dry it with napkins. Mix 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and a pinch of black pepper. Marinate the fillet in this dressing for 15-20 minutes. Beat the raw egg white into a fluffy foam, dip the portion pieces of fish, then roll them in a plate with sesame seeds and send them to a well-heated frying pan with a small amount of vegetable oil. Fry the fillet for no longer than 4-5 minutes on each side, otherwise it will turn out to be hard and dry inside. As a side dish to tuna in sesame, you can serve stewed string beans in soy sauce or a salad of fresh seasonal vegetables. Here is a balanced lunch for those who have to exercise on the simulators in the evening.
Motivating salad
Canned tuna “Maguro” is an indispensable ingredient of a Mediterranean salad. Fans of an active lifestyle will certainly like it. Cut into slices 200 g of canned tuna fillet “Maguro”. Cut 2 fresh cucumbers, sweet pepper and red onion into strips, 5-6 cherry tomatoes and hard-boiled eggs-quarters. Add a handful of pitted olives and canned corn. Mix the sauce from 2 tbsp. l. olive oil, 1 tsp. balsamic, crushed garlic clove, a handful of fresh basil, salt and pepper to taste. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl, season with sauce and serve on salad leaves. This salad is best prepared for dinner after a workout.
The most tender sandwich
Maguro tuna pate is good in itself. This exquisite product with a delicate texture is completely ready for use. However, you can always dream up a little and come up with an original sandwich paste. Boil 2 hard-boiled chicken eggs, grate the yolk and white on a fine grater, mix with 2 tbsp. l. ricotta cheese. As small as possible, cut a handful of capers and 5-6 sprigs of parsley. Combine all the ingredients, add 200 g of Maguro tuna pate, salt and pepper to taste. For a smoother consistency, you can slightly punch the resulting mass with an immersion blender. For a subtle citrus aroma, put 1 tsp. grated lemon zest. This pate is organically combined with dried rye toast, buckwheat or rice bread and thin pita bread. A suitable option for a snack after a shock workout.
If you are striving not only for the cherished figure on the scales, but also for a toned figure with a beautiful relief of muscles, Maguro tuna will help to achieve the desired results. This is a natural product of impeccable quality, created for those who lead an active lifestyle. Treat yourself and the whole family with new interesting dishes and make your daily menu truly sporty, balanced and healthy.