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Small whole horse mackerel with a light flour coating and a golden, lightly browned surface, arranged side by side on a plate with their slender bodies and tails visible.
●Low GI
💪High Protein

Baked floured horse mackerel Calories

Baked horse mackerel, coated in flour

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

160kcal

GI

45low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

320mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.3g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Baked floured horse mackerel (60 g) has 96 calories. That works out to 160 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.1 g of carbs, 10.5 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 4.3 µg of B12 covers 180% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Baked floured horse mackerel Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g

96

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

3.1g

· 1% DV

Protein

10.5g

· 21% DV

Fat

4.3g

· 6% DV

Fiber

0.2g

· 1% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 13% · Protein 45% · Fat 42%

Baked floured horse mackerel nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories96 kcal
Total fat4.3 g6%
Saturated fat1.02 g5%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium51 mg2%
Total carbohydrate3.1 g1%
Fiber0.2 g1%
Protein10.5 g21%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Baked floured horse mackerel?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)60 g96 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g64 kcal
1 piece (large)90 g144 kcal
100 g100 g160 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)120 g192 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g240 kcal
3 piece (medium)180 g288 kcal
1 serving (large)250 g400 kcal

Calculated from 160 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Baked floured horse mackerel

What is baked floured horse mackerel?

Baked floured horse mackerel is horse mackerel coated lightly in flour and cooked in the oven. The flour browns around the fish, giving it a simple crust without deep-frying; it is commonly served with lemon or a fresh side.

Does baked floured horse mackerel taste like regular mackerel?

Baked floured horse mackerel has a savory, moderately rich flavor, but it is a different fish from Atlantic or king mackerel. Its thin flour coating adds a mild toasted taste; lemon helps balance the fish’s natural flavor.

How do you make baked floured horse mackerel crispy?

For crisp baked floured horse mackerel, pat the fish completely dry, dust it with only a thin layer of flour, and leave space between pieces on a hot tray. Crowding traps steam, which softens the coating instead of browning it.

How do you clean horse mackerel for baking?

To prepare horse mackerel for baking, remove the entrails through a slit along the belly and rinse the cavity briefly. Remove the head if you prefer, then dry the fish thoroughly before seasoning and flouring it.

Is baked floured horse mackerel full of bones?

Baked floured horse mackerel has a central backbone and fine pin bones, so it is not completely boneless. After cooking, lift the flesh away from the backbone carefully and check each serving for small bones, especially when serving children.

What temperature should baked floured horse mackerel reach?

Baked floured horse mackerel is safely cooked when its thickest part reaches 63°C (145°F), or when the flesh turns opaque and separates easily with a fork. A food thermometer is the clearest way to check doneness without overcooking.

Can you use another fish instead of horse mackerel in a baked flour recipe?

Yes, sardines or small mackerel can work in place of horse mackerel in a baked flour recipe. Choose fish of a similar size so they cook at a comparable rate, and check early because smaller fish can dry out quickly.

What should you serve with baked floured horse mackerel?

Baked floured horse mackerel pairs well with a crisp green salad, roasted vegetables, or potatoes. A squeeze of lemon and a simple yogurt or herb sauce complement the fish without overpowering its browned flour coating.

How long does baked floured horse mackerel keep in the fridge?

Baked floured horse mackerel keeps for up to 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly once cooled, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell or sticky texture.

Can you freeze baked floured horse mackerel?

Yes, you can freeze baked floured horse mackerel in an airtight container, though the flour coating may soften after thawing. Defrost it in the refrigerator and reheat it in an oven or air fryer to restore some crispness.

Baked floured horse mackerel Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

4.32µg · 180% DV

B3

2.88mg · 18% DV

Vitamin D

3.12µg · 16% DV

B5

0.42mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Selenium

22µg · 40% DV

Phosphorus

126mg · 18% DV

Iodine

12µg · 8% DV

Potassium ⭐

192mg · 6% DV

Sodium

51mg · 2% DV

Baked floured horse mackerel Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

45
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

1.2
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Baked floured horse mackerel

To burn the 96 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):

🚶

24min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

10min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

13min

Cycling

🏊

11min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Baked floured horse mackerel?

Baked floured horse mackerel is a Turkish-style preparation of small horse mackerel, lightly coated in flour and cooked in the oven. It offers a home-friendly alternative to the familiar pan-fried fish, with the coating helping the outside brown while the fish stays tender.

Serve it hot with lemon and a crisp salad, or alongside greens, bread and other small dishes. Its nutritional profile is led by protein, with a modest amount of carbohydrate from the flour coating. For a lighter plate, keep the coating thin and pair the fish with vegetables rather than a rich sauce; it also makes an easy main for a casual seafood meal.

How Nutritious Is Baked floured horse mackerel?

Nutrient density

High

72/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

52/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Baked floured horse mackerel Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Baked floured horse mackerel Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish yes
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Baked floured horse mackerel Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Baked floured horse mackerel Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.02g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.38g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.72g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.