Gilthead seabream, also known as dorade, dorado, or aurata is a sea fish that belongs to the Sparidae family. It lives in tropical and subtropical waters of all oceans. Gilthead seabream can reach a length of up to 2 meters and a weight of up to 40 kg.
The gilthead seabream has an elongated body, covered with small scales, a large dorsal fin with 12 stiff spines and 1 stiff ray in the middle. The fish has a silvery color, with dark vertical bands on the sides.
The gilthead seabream feeds on zooplankton, small fish, and squid.
Gilthead seabream is a valuable commercial species. Its flesh is prized for its flavor. It has a white color and a firm texture. It contains a high amount of protein and fatty acids, as well as vitamins and minerals.
Gilthead seabream is suitable for preparing various dishes. It can be fried, baked, stewed, grilled, or smoked.
Nutritional value per 100 g of gilthead seabream:
Important! Before cooking gilthead seabream, rinse it thoroughly under running water and remove the entrails. Also note that gilthead seabream may contain parasites, so it should be cooked at high temperatures.