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Rich in omega-3, protein source, fried fish
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Mackerel fried with cornflour (120 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 21 g of protein, 16.6 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 10.4 µg of B12 covers 435% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
264
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
8.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
21g
· 42% DV
Fat
16.6g
· 21% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 13% · Protein 31% · Fat 56%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.6 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 3.84 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 78 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.7 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 | 264 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 440 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 528 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Mackerel fried with cornflour is made by coating cleaned mackerel pieces in cornflour and frying them in a pan. Pat the fish dry first, shake off excess flour, then fry in hot oil until browned and cooked through.
Not always. In the name mackerel fried with cornflour, the coating usually means finely ground maize flour; in the UK, “cornflour” commonly means cornstarch. Check which product you have: maize flour gives a more textured coating, while starch makes a thinner one.
To keep the coating on mackerel fried with cornflour, dry the fish thoroughly and coat it just before frying. Use properly heated oil and leave each piece undisturbed until the underside is browned before turning it.
No, you can leave the skin on mackerel fried with cornflour; it helps the fillet hold together and can crisp in the pan. Remove it if you prefer, but dry the exposed flesh well so the cornflour coating adheres.
Mackerel fried with cornflour is cooked when the flesh turns opaque and separates easily with a fork. Check the thickest part of the fish rather than relying only on a browned coating, which can cook faster than the centre.
Yes, mackerel fried with cornflour can be air-fried, although the coating may be less crisp than pan-fried fish. Lightly oil the coated pieces, arrange them in a single layer, and turn them carefully partway through cooking.
For mackerel fried with cornflour, ask the fishmonger to fillet and pin-bone the fish, or separate the fillets from the backbone with a sharp knife. Feel for remaining small bones before coating, and take care while eating.
Mackerel fried with cornflour pairs well with lemon, a crisp green salad, sliced onion, or roasted vegetables. These fresh, tart sides balance the rich fish and crunchy coating without competing with its flavour.
Refrigerate leftover mackerel fried with cornflour in a covered container within two hours of cooking and eat it within three days. Discard it if it has been left out for an extended period or smells or feels unusual.
Mackerel fried with cornflour provides omega-3 fats and protein from the fish, but frying adds oil and makes it richer than simply grilled mackerel. Use a modest amount of oil or bake the fish when you want a lighter preparation.
Vitamins
B12
10.44µg · 435% DV
Vitamin D
8.64µg · 43% DV
B3
6.12mg · 38% DV
B6
0.44mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Selenium
43µg · 78% DV
Phosphorus
252mg · 36% DV
Iodine
36µg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
384mg · 11% DV
Sodium
78mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 264 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Mackerel fried with cornflour is made by coating mackerel pieces in ground maize flour and frying them until crisp outside and tender within. It is especially familiar in Turkey’s Black Sea cooking, where mackerel is often prepared simply to let its rich, savoury flavour come through. Here, “cornflour” means maize flour rather than the fine starch often meant by that word in some countries.
Serve it hot with lemon, salad or greens; in Turkey it also makes an easy home-cooked main. Mackerel provides protein and omega-3 fats, while frying adds richness. For a lighter plate, drain the fish well after cooking and pair it 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 2
Minimally 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
3.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.