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Source of protein and selenium
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fried Fish with Lemon (150 g) has 348 calories. That works out to 232 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.7 g of carbs, 30.6 g of protein, 21.2 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of B12 covers 119% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
348
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
8.7g
· 3% DV
Protein
30.6g
· 61% DV
Fat
21.2g
· 27% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 35% · Fat 55%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 348 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.2 g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 435 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 30.6 g | 61% |
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) | 150 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 75 g | 174 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 140 g | 325 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 418 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 580 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 696 kcal |
Calculated from 232 calories per 100 g.
To make fried fish with lemon, pat the fish dry, season it, coat it lightly, and fry it in hot oil until golden and cooked through. Serve lemon wedges on the side so each person can add juice without making the crust soggy.
Mild, firm fish such as cod, haddock, tilapia, or pollock work well for fried fish with lemon. Choose fillets of similar thickness so they cook evenly; delicate or very thin fillets can break apart when turned.
Add lemon to fried fish after cooking, just before eating. Lemon juice added beforehand can soften the coating and make the fish wetter in the pan; a short marinade is useful for flavor only when the recipe specifically calls for it.
Keep fried fish with lemon crispy by drying the fish thoroughly, using a light coating, and frying in batches without crowding the pan. Drain cooked pieces on a wire rack rather than stacking them, and serve the lemon separately.
Yes, lemon juice can soften the crust on fried fish if it sits on the coating. Squeeze it over each serving immediately before eating, or serve lemon wedges alongside the fish instead of pouring juice over the whole platter.
Tartar sauce is a classic match for fried fish with lemon, while a simple yogurt-herb sauce or garlic mayonnaise also works. Keep the sauce on the side so the coating stays crisp and the fresh lemon flavor remains noticeable.
Yes, you can make fried fish with lemon in an air fryer by coating the fish lightly, spraying it with a little oil, and cooking in a single layer. Turn the pieces if needed, then add lemon juice after cooking; the result may be less deeply browned than deep-fried fish.
Fried fish with lemon keeps for about three to four days in a refrigerator at 40°F (4°C) or colder, stored in a covered container. Refrigerate it within two hours of cooking, and keep lemon wedges separate to avoid softening the coating.
Reheat fried fish with lemon in an oven or air fryer until hot throughout to restore some crispness. A microwave is convenient but tends to make the coating soft. Add fresh lemon juice after reheating rather than heating the fish with lemon on it.
Fried fish with lemon can fit into a weight-loss eating plan, but deep-frying adds oil and makes it more energy-dense than baked or grilled fish. A moderate serving with vegetables is a lighter meal than pairing it with fries and creamy sauce.
Vitamins
B12
2.85µg · 119% DV
B3
7.2mg · 45% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
Vitamin E
3.6mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
63µg · 115% DV
Phosphorus
368mg · 53% DV
Iodine
53µg · 35% DV
Sodium
435mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
503mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Fried Fish with Lemon is a simple preparation of fish cooked in hot oil and served with lemon. The type of fish and whether it is lightly coated or seasoned varies from kitchen to kitchen, so it is found in many coastal food traditions rather than belonging to one specific place.
Serve it hot with lemon wedges; sides range from salad and bread to chips, depending on local custom. The fish makes this a protein-rich meal, with 20.4 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, drain the fish well after frying and pair it with a crisp salad or steamed vegetables.
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 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.65g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.