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Crispy fried whiting fish fingers in batter
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Fried Battered Whiting Fingers (90 g) has 189 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.2 g of carbs, 11.7 g of protein, 8.1 g of fat and 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: 3 piece (medium) · 90 g
189
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
16.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
11.7g
· 23% DV
Fat
8.1g
· 10% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 25% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 189 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.1 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.53 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 342 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.2 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 63 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 250 g | 525 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 630 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Fried battered whiting fingers are made from whiting, a mild-flavoured white fish, cut into finger-sized pieces. They may be prepared from fresh fillets or sold ready-made; the amount of fish and the coating can differ between products.
To make fried battered whiting fingers, cut whiting fillets into strips, pat them dry, coat them in batter or a crumb coating, and fry until golden and cooked through. Dry fish helps the coating cling instead of sliding off.
The batter usually falls off fried battered whiting fingers when the fish is damp, the coating is too loose, or the oil is not hot enough. Pat the strips dry, coat them evenly, and fry in small batches without moving them straight away.
Yes, you can cook fried battered whiting fingers in an air fryer, though they may be less crisp than deep-fried ones. Arrange them in a single layer and lightly oil the surface so the coating browns more evenly.
Fried battered whiting fingers go well with lemon, a green salad, coleslaw, or chips. Tartar sauce is a familiar pairing; a vegetable side and a lighter dip make the plate less heavy than serving them with extra fried food.
Fried battered whiting fingers are usually made from boneless fillets, but an occasional small bone can remain. Check the pieces before serving them to young children, and do not assume that frying makes any leftover bones soft.
Store leftover fried battered whiting fingers in a covered container in the refrigerator as soon as they have cooled. Reheat them until hot throughout, preferably in an oven or air fryer; a microwave can make the coating soggy.
Fried battered whiting fingers provide fish, but the batter and frying add fat and carbohydrates. They can fit into a meal, especially alongside vegetables, while baked or air-fried fingers are an option if you want less added frying oil.
Fried battered whiting fingers are similar to fish sticks, but the names do not guarantee the same recipe. Whiting fingers specifically use whiting, while fish sticks may use other fish and can have a different shape, coating, or fish content.
Yes, cooked fried battered whiting fingers can be frozen once cooled and packed airtight. Thaw them in the refrigerator and reheat until hot throughout; the coating may lose some crispness compared with freshly cooked fingers.
Vitamins
B12
0.99µg · 41% DV
B3
1.35mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.25µg · 8% DV
B5
0.36mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Iodine
27µg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
108mg · 15% DV
Sodium
342mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
198mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 189 calories in 3 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Fried Battered Whiting Fingers are strips of whiting coated in batter or a light breading and fried until golden. The coating turns crisp while the fish stays tender and mild-flavoured. In Turkey, where mezgit is a familiar market fish, they’re often served hot with lemon, bread and a fresh salad, either as a simple main course or as part of a shared fish spread. They also make an easy, recognisable choice for diners elsewhere who enjoy fish fingers.
They provide protein, with some of their energy also coming from the fried coating. Pair them with vegetables or salad for a lighter-feeling meal, and add lemon just before eating to brighten the delicate fish.
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
1.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.