Brivais Vilnis - Producer of high quality canned fish
Herring is a saltwater fish with a rich flavour, found in the Baltic Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Salted and otherwise preserved herring is popular in traditional Latvian cuisine. Herring is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals, which promote healthy blood circulation and may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Herring in oil
Composition
herring (clupea harengus) 68%, rapeseed oil 31%, salt 1%, spices
100 g of product contains
| Energy value | 932 kJ / 225 kcal |
| Fats | 18 g |
| including saturates | 3.1 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g |
| Including sugars | 0 g |
| Proteins | 15 g |
| Salt | 1.4 g |
Mackerel is smaller than herring but, like herring, it is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Mackerel can be smoked and preserved and are an excellent choice as a base for salads, snacks and main courses.
Mackerel 68% (Scomber scombrus, caught in FAO27, NW Atlantic), vegetable oil 15%, salt, seasoning
100 g of product contains
| Energy value | 1108 kJ / 267 kcal |
| Fats | 22.7 g |
| including saturates | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g |
| Including sugars | 0 g |
| Proteins | 15.8 g |
| Salt | 0 g |