Thursday, June 16, 2016

Donostia Foods- 165





DONOSTIA FOODS: IN OLIVE OIL




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NUTRITION:
serv. size 2OZ container 2
Calories- 114
Fat- 7.3g
Protein- 12.2g
Sodium- 286mg
Cholesterol- 20mg


PRODUCT OF:
Spain


INGREDIENTS:
Sardines, Olive Oil,  Salt


PRICE:



OVERALL:
A very attractive tin of fish, no aroma upon opening. Three plump fish to the tin, A mild tasting fish, not a spiny fish. Roe-filled, roe not detectable (signs of the freshness of the fish when canned) A clean and flavorful tasting fish, oil does not overpower the fish; compliments it. Nice balance of salt to this tin. I would eat again. 5 Sardines



Saturday, June 11, 2016

La Sirena -164


LA SIRENA: IN SPICY OIL





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NUTRITION:
N/A


PRODUCT OF:
Thailand


INGREDIENTS:
Sardines, Soybean Oil, Water, Carrot, Red Chili Pepper, Salt, Bay Leaf, Coriander, Smoked Flavor, Natural Flavor


PRICE:



OVERALL:
A very attractive tin of fish, a beautiful golden hue to the oil. On the first bite, you are met with a burst of flavor,  followed by a subtle heat. Heat is evenly distributed throughout the fish. A good textured fish holds its shape well while removing from tin. No fishy taste or after. A clean aftertaste, with only spices and heat, left lingering. I will be eating these again. 5 Sardines.






LA SIRENA: IN OLIVE OIL




APPEARANCE:

NUTRITION:
N/A


PRODUCT OF:
Thailand


INGREDIENTS:
Sardines, Olive Oil, Water, Salt


PRICE:



OVERALL:
A faint oil aroma upon opening. Five plump fish to the tin. A soft textured fish, no strong fish taste or after. Olive oil possesses a good flavor that does not overpower the fish. Not a spiny fish. A clean-tasting fish with no aftertaste. 4 1/2 sardines.












LA SIRENA: IN TOMATO SAUCE WITH CHILI & VEGETABLES 





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NUTRITION:
serv. size 1
Calories- 140
Fat- 3.5g
Protein- 16g
Sodium- 540
Cholesterol- 35mg


PRODUCT OF:
Thailand


INGREDIENTS:
Sardines, Tomato Sauce, Carrots, Corn, Potatoes, Onions, Peas, Chili, Salt, Spices



PRICE:
1.09


OVERALL:
A very faint tomato, vegetable aroma upon opening. Three fish to the tin with a slew of veggies. A very thick tomato sauce. A firm-textured fish, a mild-tasting tomato sauce, followed by an excellent heat. Vegetables in the can are firm and flavorful  (impressive). This can would be great with rice or on a tortilla. would eat again. 4 Sardines










LA SIRENA: IN TOMATO SAUCE WITH CHILI






APPEARANCE:

NUTRITION:
serv. size 3
Calories- 50
Fat- 2g
Protein- 6g
Sodium- 250mg
Cholesterol- 30mg


PRODUCT OF:
Thailand


INGREDIENTS:
Sardines, Water, Tomato Paste, Food Starch-Modified, Guar Gum, Salt, Sugar, Paprika, Red Chili Powder


PRICE:
1.09



OVERALL:
Tomato aroma hits you upon opening. Three plump fish to the tin. A thick tomato sauce. A mild-tasting tomato sauce chili really shines in this tin, a nice heat that lingers. A good balance of flavors, a firm-textured fish. No fishy taste or after. A good tin of fish, I'm left wanting more. 5 Sardines.












LA SIRENA: IN TOMATO SAUCE WITH CHILI



APPEARANCE:


NUTRITION:
serv. size 3
Calories- 50
Fat- 1g
Protein- 6g
Sodium- 255mg
Cholesterol- 30mg


PRODUCT OF:
Thailand


INGREDIENTS:
Sardines, Water, Tomato Paste, Food Starch-Modified, Guar Gum, Salt, Sugar, Paprika, Red Chili Powder



PRICE:
1.09



OVERALL:
Four sardines to the can. Sauce possesses a slight watery taste, a very subtle heat in this can. Firm textured fish, no fishy taste or after. Tin really teases you with the heat. A good can of fish. 5 sardines.








LA SIRENA: IN TOMATO SAUCE WITH CHILI AND LIME





APPEARANCE:

NUTRITION:
serv. size 3
Calories- 40
Fat- 0
Protein- 6g
Sodium- 280mg
Cholesterol- 20mg


PRODUCT OF:
Thailand


INGREDIENTS:
Sardines, Water, Tomato Paste, Lime, Modified Tapioca Starch, Sugar, Salt, Chili Powder, Guar Gum, Paprika Oleoresin, Citric Acid, Lime Flavor


PRICE:



OVERALL:
A faint tomato aroma, four sardines to the can. Lime flavor hits you on the first bite, followed by a refreshing aftertaste that leads up to the tomato and subtle heat to finish it off. A clean-tasting fish. A firm fish, no strong taste or after. I really enjoyed this can. 5 Sardines.