Is one better than the other?

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Recently, Ive been on a canned tuna kick.

Understandably, Ive been on a journey to recognize all the nuances of buying canned tuna.

tuna salad sandwich

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Some things I’ve learned so far?

Not all canned tuna is the sametheresYellowfin vs. Albacoreandwater- vs. oil-packed.

I usually buy solid tuna, but maybe chunk light would be better.

White bowl with chopped celery, mayo, tuna and red onion along with a fork.

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Rather, they’re processed differently.

Solid tuna is a large, uniform, single-cut steak of fish.

They are often higher in omega-3 fatty acids and other nutrients.

Furthermore, solid tuna steaks have a moist and softer texture because they’re cooked in their juices.

Can You Use the Two Types of Canned Tuna Interchangeably?

Its how fish tastes when it is fresh.