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Crispy breaded fish
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Crispy breaded fish (90 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.2 g of carbs, 11.7 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
198
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
16.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
11.7g
· 23% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 24% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.62 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 315 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.2 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% |
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) | 90 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 308 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 250 g | 550 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
For crispy breaded fish, dry the fillets well, coat them in flour, beaten egg and breadcrumbs, then cook without crowding the pan. A thin, even coating browns more reliably than a thick one, and moving the fish too soon can loosen it.
Mild, firm white fish works best for crispy breaded fish because it holds together under the coating. Cod, haddock, pollock and hake are common choices; use evenly sized fillets so they cook at about the same rate.
Yes, frozen crispy breaded fish is usually cooked straight from frozen, unless its package says otherwise. Thawing can make the coating damp and less crisp. Follow the package directions and make sure the center is thoroughly cooked before serving.
Crispy breaded fish is coated in dry crumbs, while battered fish is dipped in a wet flour-based mixture before cooking. The crumb coating gives breaded fish a distinct crunchy crust; batter tends to form a smoother shell.
To keep the coating on crispy breaded fish, pat the fillets dry and use the flour, egg and breadcrumb steps in order. Press the crumbs on gently, then leave the fish undisturbed until the coating has set during cooking.
Yes, an air fryer can cook crispy breaded fish with less added oil than deep-frying. Arrange pieces in a single layer with space between them, lightly coat the surface with oil, and follow the package directions for temperature and cooking time.
Cooked crispy breaded fish keeps for three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it within two hours of cooking, and discard it if it develops an unpleasant smell or a slimy texture.
Reheat crispy breaded fish in an oven or air fryer rather than a microwave. Spread the pieces out in one layer and heat until the center is hot; trapped steam in a microwave tends to soften the breadcrumb crust.
Crispy breaded fish pairs well with lemon, coleslaw, green salad, roasted potatoes or peas. For a fish-and-chips-style meal, serve it with chips and a tangy sauce; a bun and crisp vegetables turn it into a sandwich.
Crispy breaded fish provides protein, but its crumb coating and cooking method can add carbohydrates and fat. Baking it instead of deep-frying and serving it with vegetables makes it easier to build a balanced meal.
Vitamins
B12
0.99µg · 41% DV
B3
1.89mg · 12% DV
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
B5
0.41mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Iodine
29µg · 19% DV
Sodium
315mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
198mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 198 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 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.
Crispy breaded fish is made by coating fish fillets in a crumb mixture, often after dipping them in egg, then frying or baking until golden. It is a familiar home and takeaway dish in many places, with the type of fish and thickness of the coating varying by recipe.
The outside is crisp while the fish stays tender and mild. It is commonly served hot with lemon, chips or potatoes, and vegetables; a simple salad also makes a fresh counterpoint. It provides protein—13 g per 100 g—while the crumb coating contributes carbohydrates and frying can add fat. For a lighter plate, bake it and serve with vegetables or salad.
Medium
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 3
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
1.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.89g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.