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High in protein, higher in fat due to cream sauce
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fish with cream sauce (180 g) has 333 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 29.7 g of protein, 20.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.4 µg of B12 covers 143% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
333
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
5.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
29.7g
· 59% DV
Fat
20.7g
· 27% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 7% · Protein 36% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 333 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.7 g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 9.18 g | 46% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 468 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% |
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) | 180 g | 333 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 222 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 407 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 444 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 463 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 360 g | 666 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Fish with cream sauce is made by cooking fish fillets and serving them with a gently simmered cream-based sauce. Sear or bake the fish, then add the sauce near the end so the fillets stay tender and the cream does not boil hard.
Mild, firm fillets such as cod, haddock, or halibut work well in fish with cream sauce because they hold together and let the sauce shine. Salmon also works if you want a richer, more strongly flavored dish.
The cream sauce in fish with cream sauce can split when it boils vigorously or heats too quickly. Keep the pan at a gentle simmer, add the cream gradually, and avoid cooking acidic ingredients such as lemon juice in the sauce for too long.
You can freeze fish with cream sauce, but the cream may separate and become grainy after thawing. Freeze it promptly in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it gently while stirring; freshly made sauce usually has a smoother texture.
Serve fish with cream sauce with steamed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to catch the sauce. A crisp green salad or simply cooked vegetables provide a fresh contrast to the dish’s rich, creamy texture.
Fish with cream sauce is best cooked shortly before serving because fish can dry out when reheated. You can prepare the sauce ahead and refrigerate it, then cook the fish and gently warm the sauce just before serving.
To keep the fish moist in fish with cream sauce, use evenly sized fillets and stop cooking as soon as they turn opaque and flake easily. If baking, covering the dish for most of the cooking time can also help retain moisture.
Yes, crème fraîche can replace cream in fish with cream sauce and gives it a slightly tangier flavor. Stir it in over low heat rather than letting it boil, and taste before adding lemon because the sauce is already more acidic.
Dill, parsley, chives, and tarragon pair well with fish with cream sauce. Add delicate fresh herbs near the end of cooking so their flavor stays bright instead of fading in the hot sauce.
Yes, fish with cream sauce can be eaten during pregnancy if the fish is thoroughly cooked and the sauce is made with pasteurized cream. Avoid raw or undercooked fish, and ask your healthcare professional about fish choices if you have specific dietary restrictions.
Vitamins
B12
3.42µg · 143% DV
B3
6.84mg · 43% DV
B6
0.5mg · 29% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
43µg · 78% DV
Phosphorus
342mg · 49% DV
Iodine
50µg · 33% DV
Sodium
468mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
540mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 333 calories in 1 piece (medium) (180 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.
Fish with cream sauce is a dish of fish cooked or served with a creamy sauce. The fish may be a fillet or another cut, and recipes vary in how the sauce is seasoned; its smooth richness complements the fish’s mild, savoury flavour.
It is served hot as a main course, often with potatoes, rice or vegetables. In different parts of the world, cooks may add herbs, mustard or other seasonings to suit local tastes. The dish is high in protein, with more fat from the cream. For a lighter meal, use a modest amount of sauce and pair it with simply cooked vegetables or a crisp 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
9.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.