Side-by-Side Comparison
Fish & Seafood
Atlantic Mackerel vs. Yellowfin Tuna (Fresh Ahi Steak)
Comparing 2 standards across 9 specifications. 9 key differences identified.
Comparing:
Atlantic Mackerel
Yellowfin Tuna (Fresh Ahi Steak)
Atlantic mackerel (Scomber scombrus) is an oily pelagic fish. Per 100g raw, it provides 205 kcal, 18.6g protein, 13.9g healthy fats (3.3g saturated), an extraordinary 2,590mg Omega-3 (EPA+DHA), and exceptionally low mercury.
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
|
205 kcal | 109 kcal |
|
Protein
|
18.6 g | 24.4 g |
|
Total Fat
|
13.9 g | 0.49 g |
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Omega-3 (EPA + DHA)
|
2,590 mg | 240 mg |
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Saturated Fat
|
3.30 g | 0.13 g |
|
Cholesterol
|
70.0 mg | 39.0 mg |
|
Mercury Level
|
Very Low (< 0.05 PPM - Atlantic Scomber species) | Moderate (~0.35 PPM) |
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Potassium
|
314 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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