Comparative Nutritional Profiling of Economically Important Shrimp Species in Pakistan

Comparative Nutritional Profiling of Economically Important Shrimp Species in Pakistan

Shrimp are widely recognized as a nutritious and flavorful food choice due to their tender and delicious meat. This study evaluated the nutritional composition of three economically important shrimp species: <i>Penaeus merguiensis</i>, <i>Penaeus monodon</i>, and <i>Pen...

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Main Authors: Muhammad Bilal Bhatti, Shahid Sherzada, Sohail Ahmad, Muhammad Asghar Qazi, Amina Ayub, Saeed Akram Khan, Muhammad Javed Khan, Iqra Rani, Nimra Hussain, Joanna Nowosad, Dariusz Kucharczyk
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Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2025-01-01
Series:Journal of Marine Science and Engineering
Subjects:
amino acid analysis
aquaculture
fatty acid profile
mineral composition
nutritional component
nutritional value
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1312/13/1/157
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Summary:Shrimp are widely recognized as a nutritious and flavorful food choice due to their tender and delicious meat. This study evaluated the nutritional composition of three economically important shrimp species: <i>Penaeus merguiensis</i>, <i>Penaeus monodon</i>, and <i>Penaeus indicus</i>, collected from the coastal areas of Pakistan. All shrimp species were found to be high in protein and low in fat content. The ratio of essential amino acids (EAAs), non-essential amino acids (NEAAs), and total amino acids (TAAs) varied significantly (<i>p</i> ≤ 0.05) among species, with <i>P. indicus</i> showing slightly higher values. Regarding fatty acid analysis, total saturated fatty acid content was found to be 35.04% in <i>P. merguiensis</i>, 52.43% in <i>P. monodon</i>, and 44.77% in <i>P. indicus</i>. Similarly, the polyunsaturated fatty acid content was found to be 26.24%, 26.77%, and 24.74%, in <i>P. merguiensis</i>, <i>P. monodon</i>, and <i>P. indicus</i>, respectively. Based on nutrient yield, <i>P. monodon</i> stands out as the most nutrient-dense species, followed by <i>P. indicus</i> and <i>P. merguiensis</i>. Overall, the present study suggests that all shrimp species can be used as a healthy choice of food and a good source of animal protein for human consumption. These findings provide valuable insights into the role of shrimp in promoting a healthy and balanced diet.
ISSN:2077-1312

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