Barracuda (Barracuda) is also translated as golden barracuda or barracuda.
Barracuda, also translated as golden barracuda or barracuda, commonly known as sea wolf or sparrow brocade, is a ray-finned fish of the genus Barracuda of the family Barracuda. The body of the barracuda is slender and cylindrical, with a flat front end and flat rear end. The head is short, flat and wide, and the mouth is large, semi-inferior, herringbone-shaped. The upper jaw is slightly longer than the lower jaw. There is a protrusion at the front of the lower jaw, which is embedded in the depression of the upper jaw. Close, the snout is short, round and blunt, the eyes are small, slightly red, located in front of both sides of the head, the distance between the eyes is wide and flat, the fat eyelids are underdeveloped, and only exist around the eyes. The back of the head is dark gray-green, the sides of the body are gray, the abdomen is white with round scales, the pectoral fins are short and wide, the pelvic fins are slightly smaller, the rear edge of the caudal fin is slightly convex, the caudal fin is gray, and the chest, abdomen and anal fins are gray-white.
Barracuda is a cosmopolitan fish that is found in sea areas all over the world. They are distributed in China's South China Sea, East China Sea, Yellow Sea, Bohai Sea and the Far East Sea area of Japan and the former Soviet Union. There are 20 species of barracuda discovered so far. Barracudas in different sea areas have completely different behaviors, but their "solitary" is their common denominator. Adult barracudas have almost no natural enemies.
Barracuda is a marine fish widely distributed in tropical and subtropical waters around the world. They have long, lean bodies, sharp teeth and scales, and strong swimming abilities. Barracudas are generally carnivorous fish that feed on other fish.
Here are some nutritional benefits of barracuda:
1. Protein: Barracuda is rich in high-quality protein, which is one of the important nutrients needed by the body. Protein plays a key role in maintaining healthy muscles and tissues, as well as repair and growth.
2. Fat: Barracuda contains a certain amount of fat, including some healthy unsaturated fatty acids, such as omega-3 fatty acids. These fatty acids are beneficial for heart health, brain function, and anti-inflammatory effects.
3. Vitamins and minerals: Barracuda is rich in many vitamins and minerals, such as vitamin B12, selenium and potassium. These nutrients are essential for bone health, nervous system function, and normal metabolism of the body.
Barracuda can be prepared in a variety of ways, here are some common ones:
1. Grill: Cut the pike into suitable size pieces and marinate with salt, pepper and other seasonings. Preheat the oven to the appropriate temperature, place the pike pieces on the baking sheet, and bake for about 10-15 minutes, until the fish is cooked and golden brown on the outside.
2. Fry: Cut the barracuda into thin slices or cubes and marinate with salt, pepper and other seasonings. Add a generous amount of vegetable oil to a hot pan and fry the pike fillets or pieces on both sides until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Steaming: Cut the barracuda into pieces suitable for steaming, add ginger slices, minced garlic, green onions and other seasonings, and steam in a steamer for about 10-15 minutes until the fish becomes cooked.
Please note that the cooking time will need to be adjusted according to the size of the pike and cooking method to ensure the fish is cooked and tasty. Also, when purchasing and eating barracuda, be sure to source it from reliable sources and follow local eating safety guidelines.
