Season for Belona It is relatively short. Therefore, if you visit coastal towns this year in the period from May to the beginning of Julyit’s worth trying. Every year in May in the Bay of Puck, which is the biggest spanner of this fish, there is a bellonade. During the event you can observe the fishing competition in catching Belona. In the article below, we will tell you a little more about this species of fish, we will check, How Belona tastes and what nutritional value is.
Belona is a sea fish belonging to the Belon family. He is a predator, he feeds mainly with smaller fish and crustaceans. Occurs in the Baltic Sea, the Mediterranean, Black, North Sea, and in the Atlantic Ocean. Due to its elongated shape, it resembles a bit of eels and pike, it can grow up to 100 cm long. It can be easily recognized by an unusual, long mouth that can be compared to a bird’s beak. The ridge of the fish is blue and the sides of the body are silver. Interestingly, Belona bones have a bluish-green color, thanks to the presence of a substance called biliverdin. They stand out from the background of white meat, which makes food easier.
You are wondering What does Belon taste like? It is considered a tasty fish, whose meat is delicate, quite compact, it resembles a combination of eel and cod. Some gourmets even compare it to chicken.
Belona is a good source of protein, which constitutes a building substance of the body, is responsible for the proper functioning of the muscles, and also affects the felt satiety of the meal. This species should be lean fish, at the same time it allows you to provide The body of valuable omega-3 fatty acids, which perfectly support the cardiovascular system, strengthen the heart, and also help to take care of the normal blood cholesterol levels. What’s more, omega-3 has a positive effect on the nervous system and also improve the condition of the skin.
Belona meat provides a large amount of valuable nutrients, it is a great source of minerals, such as: calcium and phosphorus, which strengthen bones and teeth; magnesiumsupporting the health of the cardiovascular, nervous and muscular systems; potassiumwhich regulates blood pressure or harnesswhich supports immunity, works antioxidant and supports the thyroid gland. Current vitamin Awhich, among other things, supports eye health and also vitamin Dstrengthening the immune system, and helping to take care of the bone system, protecting the body against osteoporosis and caries.
This type of fish is perfect for both In fried, roasted and grilled version. Fresh, gutted bell can be prepared, just like trout. The center of the fish is enough to season with salt, lemon pepper, and also add herbs, e.g. rosemary, dill, or green parsley. Belona is also worth rubbing with linseed or oil, and then bake on the grill, and before serving sprinkle with lemon juice. It will also taste great in the oven with vegetables with the addition of garlic, dill and butter.
Where to buy Belona? Unfortunately, this species of fish rarely when you can find in popular stores. You can usually try it in May and June in Baltic restaurants or buy it in local fish stores. It is worth adding that Belona can also be ordered in online stores.
Sources: Teragałuje.pl, Żywenie.medonet.pl, Miastopuck.pl
