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Whiting fillet coated in cornmeal and fried; high in protein and omega-3, increased fat due to frying.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Whiting Fried with Cornmeal (120 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.2 g of carbs, 21 g of protein, 13.8 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 1.4 µg of B12 covers 60% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
252
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
13.2g
· 5% DV
Protein
21g
· 42% DV
Fat
13.8g
· 18% 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 20% · Protein 32% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.8 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 2.64 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.2 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 21 g | 42% |
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) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 420 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 504 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 250 g | 525 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Whiting fried with cornmeal is fish coated in cornmeal and cooked in hot oil until the outside is golden and crisp. The coating gives the mild-tasting whiting a lightly crunchy crust, and lemon is a common finishing touch.
To make whiting fried with cornmeal crispy, pat the fish dry, coat it lightly, and fry it in properly heated oil without crowding the pan. Shake off excess cornmeal before cooking, and let the crust set before turning each piece.
No, whiting fried with cornmeal is not necessarily fish and chips. It uses whiting and a cornmeal coating, while fish and chips usually means battered fish served with chips; the fish, coating, and accompaniments can all differ.
Yes, you can use frozen whiting for whiting fried with cornmeal. Thaw it in the refrigerator first and blot it very dry before coating; excess moisture makes the cornmeal cling poorly and can cause splattering in hot oil.
The coating on whiting fried with cornmeal often falls off when the fish is damp, the oil is not hot enough, or the pieces are turned too soon. Dry the fish well, avoid overcrowding, and wait until the underside has browned before flipping.
Fine or medium-ground cornmeal works well for whiting fried with cornmeal because it coats the fillets evenly and forms a crisp crust. Coarse cornmeal gives a more pronounced crunch but may adhere less evenly, especially on thin pieces.
It can: whiting may contain small bones even when sold as fillets. Check the fish before coating it and again before serving, taking extra care with children, since the cornmeal crust can make small bones harder to spot.
Whiting fried with cornmeal is cooked when the flesh is opaque and separates easily with a fork. Check the thickest part of a piece; if it is still translucent or resistant, continue cooking briefly rather than relying only on the color of the crust.
Yes, you can bake whiting coated with cornmeal instead of frying it. Arrange the pieces in one layer on a lightly oiled tray and brush or spray the coating with a little oil; it will brown, though usually less evenly than pan-fried fish.
Reheat leftover whiting fried with cornmeal in an oven or air fryer until hot throughout; these methods help the coating crisp up again. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator and avoid reheating them repeatedly, which can dry out the fish.
Vitamins
B12
1.44µg · 60% DV
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
Vitamin D
2.64µg · 13% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
222mg · 32% DV
Iodine
36µg · 24% DV
Sodium
252mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
348mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Whiting fried with cornmeal is made by coating whiting fillets in cornmeal and frying them in a pan. Whiting is a mild, white-fleshed fish enjoyed in Turkey, particularly around the Black Sea coast. The coating turns crisp and lightly golden while the fish stays tender.
It is usually served hot as part of a fish meal, with lemon, salad or greens alongside. The fish provides protein, while the coating and frying oil make the dish more substantial and add fat. For a lighter plate, drain the pieces well and pair them with plenty of fresh 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
— 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
2.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.