What is fish milk and is it beneficial for your health? Know how to prepare it

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The new age wonders never cease! We're putting the best of both worlds into one bowl now. It's fish and milk... err no - it's fish milk!

What is fish milk?

What is fish milk?

‘Fish milk’ is not a literal term referring to a liquid produced by fish but rather a colloquial term sometimes used to describe the milky white roe (fish eggs) found in certain types of fish especially when they are fresh and still undeveloped. It is considered a nutritious part of the fish and can be beneficial for health due to its high protein and omega-3

The coastal country of Indonesia is milking its abundance of fish to compensate for a drastic cow shortage for programs like school lunches. As local fishermen off the shores of the city of Indramayu haul loads of ponyfish they are sent twice a day to a factory to be deboned and ground into a fine white protein-filled powder. Later as per the Wall Street Journal the milk of the

Is fish milk really milk?

The key points about to keep in mind about ‘fish milk’ are:

Not actual milk: It's not a liquid secretion like milk from mammals but rather fish eggs in their early stages of development.

Nutrient rich: Fish roe is a good source of protein, healthy fats (like omega-3s), vitamins (like vitamin B12) and minerals (like selenium).

How do I prepare fish milk?

How do I prepare fish milk?

According to local media report the idea of fish milk is being mulled over for the Southeast Asian nation’s school lunch programs in the new year. As per the Wall Street Journal it is touted there as a good source of protein and experts hope that fish milk could net a $4.5 billion industry that puts 200,000 people

The unorthodox idea of incorporating fish nutrients into everyday life isn't unique to the area which is looking for answers on combatting cow shortages. But in case you are wondering how to prepare fish milk the steps are as follows:

Fresh fish:When buying fish look for those with visible intact roe sacs to ensure freshness. Choose fish from reputable sources to minimize potential contaminants as the quality of the fish matters a lot. If the roe has a strong fishy od

Cleaning: Remove the roe sacs from the fish carefully and rinse them gently with cold water.

Cooking methods:

Raw:Some cultures consume raw fish roe (sushi style) with soy sauce and wasabi.

Grilled or baked: Lightly cook the roe sacs with minimal seasoning to preserve nutrients.

Caviar substitute: Fish roe can be used as a cheaper alternative to caviar in certain recipes.

While nutritious consuming large quantities of fish roe may not be suitable for everyone due to its high fat content.

Potential benefits of fish milk:Potential benefits of fish milk:

Potential benefits of fish milk:

Fish collagen is a typical protein used in the United States of America for skin care and the European Union employed scientists to work out a way to remove chemicals that cause salmon protein powder’s pungent marine smell last year.

The potential benefits of fish milk are:

Theomega-3 fatty acids in fish roe are important for cognitive function and brain development.

Heart health:Omega-3s can also help lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease.

Protein source: Fish roe provides a good amount of protein for muscle building and repair.

According to Rasmus Ree a researcher with the EU-funded research institute Norce what Indonesia is fishing for is something that would be useful and hopefully economically viable.

Drinkers of the milk have also not expressed an intolerance for its taste. A 23-year-old named Rosaedah even proclaimed it “delicious!” after having the beverage on three occasions.

However some nutrition experts are sour on the concept for reasons related to ultra-processing as it is mixed with sugar and artificial sweetening. Locally the Jakarta Post also called fish milk “more of a political distraction than a meaningful nutritional intervention

However Indonesian health minister Budi Gunadi Sadikin believes there are other ways to manage the bovine scarcity. As per the health minister, “We can grow cows ... Or we can import the milk from Australia. Or we can buy an Australian cow company or milk company

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Source : Reporters From Sunrise Chronicles

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The new age wonders never cease! We're putting the best of both worlds into one bowl now. It's fish and milk... err no - it's fish milk!

What is fish milk?

What is fish milk?

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