Proximate Analysis of Euthynnus affinis
Mainly from V.P. Bykov (1983, Ref. 4883)

 Main ref.
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 Remark
 The dark, firm meat is good when fresh, but deteriorates quickly if not properly handled. Should be well bled and iced to maintains its quality. Good canned as light meat tuna or hot smoked. Contains 116 kcal in 100 g edible weight.
 Weight proportions
 Chemical composition
 Body parts
Moisture %
Protein %
Fat %
Ash %
 Whole fish
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 Meat/Fillet
72.7
23
2.7
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 Liver
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 Roe
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 Viscera
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 Head/bone/fins
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 Waste/offal
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 Comment
 Based on 100 g edible weight.
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