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High in protein, contains omega-3, energy-dense due to frying
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cornmeal-coated fried salmon (140 g) has 357 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.5 g of carbs, 31.5 g of protein, 20.7 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 4.8 µg of B12 covers 198% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
357
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
11.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
31.5g
· 63% DV
Fat
20.7g
· 27% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 13% · Protein 35% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.7 g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 3.64 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 294 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 31.5 g | 63% |
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) | 140 g | 357 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 240 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
To make cornmeal-coated fried salmon, pat the fillets dry, season them, and press them into cornmeal. Fry in a lightly oiled hot pan until the coating is crisp and golden and the fish flakes easily. Serve with lemon while hot.
The cornmeal coating usually falls off fried salmon when the fish is damp, the pan is not hot enough, or the fillet is turned too soon. Pat the salmon dry, press the cornmeal onto it, and let the first side form a crust before flipping.
Yes, you can cook cornmeal-coated fried salmon in an air fryer, though it is not technically pan-fried. Arrange the coated pieces in a single layer, lightly spray the surface with oil, and cook until the coating is crisp and the fish flakes easily.
Yes, you can leave the skin on cornmeal-coated fried salmon. It helps hold the fillet together and can become crisp in the pan. Dry the skin well and start cooking skin-side down; remove it after cooking if you do not want to eat it.
Yes, but thaw frozen salmon completely in the refrigerator before making cornmeal-coated fried salmon. Pat it very dry before seasoning and coating; excess moisture can prevent the cornmeal from sticking and make the fish cook unevenly.
Keep cornmeal-coated fried salmon crispy by cooking it in a single layer and placing finished pieces on a wire rack rather than stacking them or covering them. Serve promptly, since trapped steam softens the crust.
Fine polenta can replace cornmeal for cornmeal-coated fried salmon, but its coarser texture makes a crunchier, more noticeable crust. A fine grind gives a closer coating; avoid substituting wheat flour if you want to keep the dish gluten-free.
A neutral oil that tolerates high heat works well for cornmeal-coated fried salmon. Heat the oil until it shimmers but does not smoke; oil that is too cool can leave the crust greasy, while smoking oil can give it a burnt taste.
Serve cornmeal-coated fried salmon with coleslaw, a green salad, roasted vegetables, or potatoes. Lemon wedges or a tangy sauce add freshness and balance the crisp, rich coating without overpowering the salmon.
Refrigerate leftover cornmeal-coated fried salmon in a covered container and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in an oven or skillet to restore some crispness; a microwave warms the fish but tends to soften the cornmeal crust.
Vitamins
B12
4.76µg · 198% DV
B3
11.76mg · 74% DV
Vitamin D
13.3µg · 67% DV
B6
1.05mg · 62% DV
Minerals
Selenium
43µg · 78% DV
Phosphorus
343mg · 49% DV
Iodine
39µg · 26% DV
Potassium ⭐
504mg · 15% DV
Sodium
294mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 357 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):
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Cornmeal-coated fried salmon is made by coating salmon pieces in cornmeal and frying them until the outside is crisp and the fish is tender. It is a straightforward preparation rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and the coarse meal gives the salmon a pleasantly crisp coating without masking its flavour.
Serve it hot with lemon and a green salad, or add potatoes, rice or seasonal vegetables for a fuller meal. Salmon is naturally rich in protein and provides omega-3 fats, while frying makes the dish more energy-dense. For a lighter plate, use just enough oil to brown the coating, or bake the coated pieces instead.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.02g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.