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Baked horse mackerel, coated in flour
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
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.
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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 96 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.02 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 51 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 240 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 180 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 160 calories per 100 g.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 96 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
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.