Horse Mackerel

HORSE MACKEREL (THOMSON FISH)

Horse Mackerel (Thomson Fish), also known as “saurel,” “caringue,” or Thomson Fish, is a species within the jack family, notable for its bluish-gray body with white silvery flanks, a slightly prominent jaw, and a thorny lateral line of thin spines. This fish inhabits a vast territory in the Atlantic, ranging from the Norwegian coast to South Africa, and migrates through the Black Sea, the Sea of Marmara, and the Mediterranean. Its slender and fusiform body resembles that of the mackerel, with a very thin caudal peduncle.

Nutritional Benefits of Horse Mackerel:

• Vitamin D: Horse mackerel is rich in vitamin D, which is crucial for the absorption of calcium necessary for building and strengthening bones, preventing muscle weakness, osteoporosis, and fractures. It also strengthens the immune system and improves nervous system health.
• Vitamin B12 and PP: It contains vitamin B12, essential for the nervous system, and vitamin PP, necessary for the formation of enzymes that assimilate proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids.
• Vitamin A: Key for good vision.
• Phosphorus and Potassium: Rich in phosphorus, an essential constituent of bone cells, and potassium, which contributes to the acid-base balance and prevents hypertension risks.
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: An excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, beneficial for depression, arthritis, preventing cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and possibly Alzheimer’s disease.

Horse mackerel is widely consumed in Africa for its high protein content and is also used in aquaculture or pig feeding, with 5 kg of horse mackerel needed to obtain 1 kg of farmed salmon.

Afritibi Market offers frozen horse mackerel, allowing you to enjoy this nutritious and flavorful fish delivered directly to your doorstep across Canada.

Sources:

• Consoglobe
• Food France
• Eat the sea