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Simit Sea Bass Calories
Oven-baked sea bass coated with simit (sesame bread), high in protein and fiber, Turkish specialty
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Simit Sea Bass (180 g) has 306 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.8 g of carbs, 28.8 g of protein, 12.6 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 2.7 µg of B12 covers 113% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Simit Sea Bass Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
306
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
19.8g
· 7% DV
Protein
28.8g
· 58% DV
Fat
12.6g
· 16% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 26% · Protein 37% · Fat 37%
Simit Sea Bass nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.6 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 612 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.8 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Simit Sea Bass?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 153 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 425 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 360 g | 612 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Simit Sea Bass
What is Simit sea bass?
Simit sea bass is oven-baked sea bass coated with crushed simit, a Turkish sesame bread. The coating gives the fish a crisp, sesame-rich crust while the sea bass stays tender inside.
What does “simit” mean in Simit sea bass?
Simit is a ring-shaped Turkish bread covered in sesame seeds. In Simit sea bass, it is crushed and used as the fish’s coating, so the dish gets its characteristic sesame flavor and crunchy exterior.
Is Simit sea bass a traditional Turkish dish?
Simit sea bass is a Turkish specialty that pairs local simit with sea bass. It uses the familiar sesame bread in a different way—as a crust for oven-baked fish rather than as bread served alongside a meal.
How do you make Simit sea bass at home?
To make Simit sea bass, coat sea bass fillets with crushed simit and bake them until the fish is cooked through and the crust is crisp. Drying the fillets first helps the coating stick; serve the dish hot.
Can I use breadcrumbs instead of simit for Simit sea bass?
You can use breadcrumbs, but the result will no longer have the distinctive taste of Simit sea bass. Simit adds sesame flavor and a denser, bread-like crunch; plain breadcrumbs make a more familiar, less sesame-forward crust.
How do you keep the crust on Simit sea bass crisp?
For crisp Simit sea bass, pat the fish dry, press the simit crumbs onto the surface, and bake without crowding the pieces. Serve it soon after cooking, since trapped steam and long holding soften the crust.
Should Simit sea bass be made with whole fish or fillets?
Fillets are the easiest choice for Simit sea bass because their flat surfaces take the simit coating evenly and are simple to serve. A whole fish can be used, but coating and checking the cooking are less straightforward.
What should I serve with Simit sea bass?
Serve Simit sea bass with a fresh salad, lemon, or roasted vegetables. Those sides balance the rich, sesame-covered crust; a lighter accompaniment also lets the flavor of the fish remain prominent.
Can I prepare Simit sea bass ahead of time?
You can crush the simit and prepare the other ingredients ahead, but coat the fish close to baking time. If the coated fillets sit for too long, moisture from the fish can soften the crust before it reaches the oven.
How should I store and reheat leftover Simit sea bass?
Refrigerate leftover Simit sea bass promptly in a covered container and eat it soon. Reheat it in the oven to bring back some crispness; a microwave is quicker but tends to make the simit coating soft.
Simit Sea Bass Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
2.7µg · 113% DV
B3
3.78mg · 24% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
B5
1.08mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
324mg · 46% DV
Iodine
50µg · 33% DV
Sodium
612mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
468mg · 14% DV
Simit Sea Bass Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Simit Sea Bass
To burn the 306 calories in 1 piece (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Simit Sea Bass?
Simit Sea Bass is a Turkish-style dish of sea bass baked beneath a coating of simit, the sesame-crusted bread familiar from Turkish bakeries. The fish stays tender while the bread forms a crisp, savoury topping with a toasted sesame flavour.
It works well as a main course, served with lemon and a fresh salad or greens; in Turkey, it may be part of a relaxed family meal. The fish makes it a protein-rich choice, with 16 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, pair it with vegetables rather than fried sides.
How Nutritious Is Simit Sea Bass?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Simit Sea Bass Processed?
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.
Does Simit Sea Bass Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Simit Sea Bass Good For?
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
Simit Sea Bass Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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