Origin: Vigo. The emperor is a semi-fatty fish that belongs to the blue fish family since it has a little over 4 grams of fat per 100 grams of edible portion, its protein content is not the highest, although it is of great nutritional value because it includes all essential amino acids.
It contains different vitamins and minerals. Among the vitamins, the B group stands out such as B3, B6, B9, B12, and D, among the minerals, selenium and phosphorus are worth mentioning.
Vitamin B3 or niacin is present in the emperor in high amounts, although not outstanding if compared, for example, with the amounts contained in tuna or bonito (almost double).
Vitamin B6 promotes the formation of red blood cells, blood cells, and hormones, while also playing a role in the functioning process of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats in our body.
It also contains Vitamins B12, B9, Selenium, and is rich in phosphorus.