To satisfy your curiosity...
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What is on a seafood platter?
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1- OYSTERS
Low in protein, they are a real treasure chest of iodine and zinc
which stimulates the immune system, vitamin D, vital for bones to
assimilate calcium and vitamin B12, which helps form red blood cells
and neurones.
Calories: 110 Kcal per dozen.
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2- MUSSELS
To be eaten without moderation. They are rich in vitamin E (three
times stronger as an anti-oxidant than vitamin C) which protects cellular
lipoproteins and slows down the ageing process. Too much vitamin E
can be dangerous.
Calories: 119 Kcal per 100g.
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3- DUBLIN BAY PRAWNS or LANGOUSTINES
Rich in calcium and magnesium, they are also a great source of copper
and iodine. The langoustine doesn't change colour when cooked unlike
prawns and crayfish; it's little pink feet are a sign of freshness.
Calories: 92 Kcal per 100g.
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4- CLAMS
Less calories than an egg, each clam is a delicious mouthful of protein.
An escape from sorry diets, even when they are not cooked in parsley
butter! Try them steamed or with a soy and lemon sauce.
Calories: 47Kcal per 100g
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5- PRAWNS
Rich in vitamin B12, the flesh of these crustaceans is high in proteins
with little sugar and fat, which makes it highly recommendable. Be
careful though: if you have a high cholesterol count or kidney problems,
avoid eating the head and the roe.
Calories: 114 Kcal per 100g.
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6- WHELKS
Just like periwinkles, these molluscs are rich in magnesium, a precious,
anti-stress oligo-element for those who suffer from certain metabolic
syndromes (pre-diabetes and pre-infarctus). And they have few lipids,
if you can avoid the mayonnaise!
Calories: 135 Kcal per 100g.
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