Everyone already knows that we are seriously lagging behind in fish consumption, even at European level. Somehow it has not matured sufficiently in our eating habits, even though we should eat at least twice a week. This unfortunate trend has recently been reversed, and more and more people are eating fish consciously. One of the best and most easily available fish is trout, which nowadays you can find recipes for even if you don't want to.
The trout
Trout is the common name for the family Salmonidae. It is a freshwater fish. Their bodies are usually short, compressed on the sides, and the snout is stout and cut off. Their appearance reflects the diversity of nature, with an olive-green back, yellowish-green flanks with black and orange-red, sometimes with bluish spots, and a white belly. The largest trout can grow up to 1 metre long and weigh 25-30 kg.
A rainbow trout has a slightly unique lifestyle. What makes them special is that they originally spend 2-3 years in the sea (salt water) and only later swim up to freshwater rivers. Trout are an essential part of the food chain, but because they are also a favourite food for humans, they have been introduced into many countries around the world. Due to increased demand, there are several fish farms where they are farmed.
A little culture with the trout
Franz Schubert was inspired by this wonderful fish, which he also enjoyed. He wrote more than 600 romantic songs, several symphonies, sonatas, string quartets, operas and other pieces.
The trout in our country
It is found almost everywhere in Europe, and in Hungary there are many species in our mountain and mountain rivers and cold lakes. It is a very agile and fast swimmer, very cautious, easily startled, and we can hit its trail with a stick. It feeds on insects but also snails, worms and small fish. It is one of the most valuable fish species native to our country, as its flesh is very tasty.
In Hungary, the „wounded trout” is the native species, and from 1885 the rainbow trout was introduced into the country. The wounded trout and the rainbow trout are found mainly in the northern central mountains, in the lakes and streams of the Alpine valley. In Lillafüred, in the valley of the Garadna stream, a breeding farm established in 1933 maintains the native stock and protects the trout population.
Why we love trout
You could simply say that because it's good! A trout and one of the most noble of our native fish: snow-white, lean and very tasty. But what makes it so popular in gastronomy is that it does not have an intrusive, strong taste. This allows it to be prepared and seasoned in a wide variety of ways. There is hardly a single trout dish on the menu. It also has the advantage of being an easy ingredient to incorporate into a healthy diet.
For those who are wary of eating fish, the ideal trout!
If you are not used to cultivating the taste of fish, the best way to „get used to it” is trout. If you want to encourage your children to eat healthier and slowly get them used to eating fish, start with this noble fish. Its flesh is always lean and pleasant, as it is always in motion, which is its diet. It is no coincidence that artificial currents are created in its farming. It has the advantage of being rich in protein and, very importantly, it is not too stringy!
Eating fish is healthy
There is no doubt that fish consumption is extremely healthy, as the nutrients and physiological effects of fish are very beneficial to the body. It is easy on the digestive system and is full of protein and vitamins. It is an important source of omega-3 fatty acids, which help to reduce cholesterol levels and improve heart and brain function, as well as cleansing the blood vessels and strengthening the immune system. Fish meat contains phosphorus, iodine, fluoride, selenium, iron, potassium and calcium, vitamins A, D, B2, B6 and B12. In fact, according to statistics from fish-eating nations, there are far fewer cases of cardiovascular disease!#
