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The emperor is also known as swordfish, mako, and broadbill. It is a bony blue fish that comes in saltwater. It is an aggressive fish and feeds on mollusks. Its body is blue or black and its belly is silver. They are large fish, with elongated and compressed bodies on their sides. It has a sword-like beak that is an extension of its jaw bones. Its beak is used for attacking and defending. Properties and benefits The emperor contains B vitamins such as B3, B6, B9, B12, and D, as well as minerals such as selenium and phosphorus. Being rich in iron helps combat anemia. It helps strengthen our immune system due to its vitamin D content. The emperor is good for our cardiovascular health and helps reduce cholesterol levels in the blood. Being rich in phosphorus, it is an excellent fish for our brain and bones. Its vitamin A content makes it a good choice for our eyesight. It also becomes a good food for pregnant women, as it contains folic acid. Nutritional value per 100g Energy 171kcal Fat 8g Protein 23g Sodium 97mg Phosphorus 506mg Potassium 342mg Magnesium 35mg Conservation and tips The best way to store it is in the refrigerator. Once purchased, wrap it in a damp cloth and moisten it as it dries out. Recipe and uses in the kitchen The most common way to eat this fish is grilled. You have to be very careful when cooking it, as if it is overcooked, it will become very dry. If you want to grill it, you can add a green sauce that will give it juiciness; Chop a spring onion and sauté it for 3 or 4 minutes. Chop and wash the parsley, mix it with the spring onion, the juice of a lemon, salt, and oil until you achieve the desired texture. Then cook the fish. Heat a pan over high heat. When it is very hot, add the fish and cook for 3 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness of the slices.