Side-by-Side Comparison
Fish & Seafood
Atlantic Cod vs. Yellowfin Tuna (Fresh Ahi Steak)
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 8 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Atlantic Cod
Yellowfin Tuna (Fresh Ahi Steak)
Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua) is a staple lean white fish. Per 100g raw, it provides 82 kcal, 17.8g protein, 0.67g total fat (0.13g saturated), 43mg cholesterol, and 180mg Omega-3 with delicate flaking white flesh.
Fresh Yellowfin tuna (Thunnus albacares) is a lean predatory pelagic fish. Per 100g raw, it provides 109 kcal, 24.4g protein, 0.49g fat, and 240mg Omega-3 with dense myoglobin creating deep red sashimi-grade steaks.
Specification Comparison Table
9 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
|
Energy / Calories
|
82 kcal | 109 kcal |
|
Protein
|
17.8 g | 24.4 g |
|
Total Fat
|
0.67 g | 0.49 g |
|
Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
|
180 mg | 240 mg |
|
Saturated Fat
|
0.13 g | 0.13 g |
|
Cholesterol
|
43.0 mg | 39.0 mg |
|
Mercury Level
|
Very Low (0.05 PPM) | Moderate (~0.35 PPM) |
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Potassium
|
413 mg | 444 mg |
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USDA Safe Internal Temp
|
63°C (145°F) | 63°C (145°F) (Rare-seared ahi, ~46°C/115°F, is common but below the FDA-recommended minimum -- relies on the fish being sushi/sashimi-grade and previously frozen to control parasites, which does not address bacterial safety) |
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