The pijota is a white fish and very tasty meat, it is ideal for eating fried, being one of the star snacks of our cuisine.
Rich in protein, fatty acids, omega-3, selenium, phosphorus, vitamin B6, B12 and niacin.
The pijota has even less fat than hake (0.6 g versus 2.8 g per 100 g of edible portion, respectively), so it is a white fish with an even lower caloric content than its adult counterpart.
It is a source of omega-3 fatty acids and its proteins are of high biological value
The contributions of minerals stand out in the case of selenium and phosphorus.
With regard to vitamins, it would be remarkable the content of vitamin B6, B12 and niacin, which contribute to normal energy metabolism
