Hi, When you buy canned tuna you get a choice of canning liquid - in the UK either vegetable oil, brine (salt water) or spring water (mineral water, poncy fresh water. I don't know why they can't use the stuff from the tap). I suppose it is a more neutral option than salty water or oil and would have less effect on the flavour of the fish.
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