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Small anchovy Calories
Rich in omega-3, low calorie, good protein source
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
10 piece (medium) of Small anchovy (50 g) has 66 calories. That works out to 131 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 10.1 g of protein, 2.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Small anchovy Nutrition Facts
Selected: 10 piece (medium) · 50 g
66
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
10.1g
· 20% DV
Fat
2.4g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 65% · Fat 35%
Small anchovy nutrition facts table · 10 piece (medium) (50 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 66 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.4 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.65 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% |
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 10 Pieces of Small anchovy?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 10 piece (medium) | 50 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 5 g | 7 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 25 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 105 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 131 kcal |
| 20 piece (large) | 100 g | 131 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 131 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 157 kcal |
| 30 piece (jumbo) | 150 g | 197 kcal |
Calculated from 131 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Small anchovy
How do you cook small anchovies?
Small anchovies cook quickly by pan-frying, baking, or grilling. Pat them dry first and cook until the flesh is opaque and separates easily; a light coating of cornmeal makes pan-fried fish crisp.
How can you tell if small anchovies are fresh?
Fresh small anchovies have bright, clear eyes, shiny skin, firm flesh, and a mild sea smell. Avoid fish that feel soft or have a strong sour or ammonia-like odor.
Do you need to gut small anchovies before cooking them?
Usually, yes: remove the head and pull out the innards, then rinse the small anchovies briefly under cold water and pat dry. For very small fish cooked whole, some cooks leave them intact.
Can you eat the bones in small anchovies?
Yes, the tiny bones in cooked small anchovies are generally soft enough to eat. If you prefer to remove the backbone, do so while cleaning the fish before cooking.
Can you freeze fresh small anchovies?
Yes, clean and dry small anchovies, divide them into meal-sized portions, and freeze them in airtight packaging. Thaw them in the refrigerator and cook promptly; do not refreeze fish after thawing.
Are small anchovies the same as sardines?
No. Small anchovies and sardines are different kinds of fish, even though both are small, oily fish and may be cooked whole. Their flavor and texture differ, so they are not always interchangeable in a recipe.
Can you eat small anchovies raw?
It is safer not to eat small anchovies raw. Raw fish can carry parasites or harmful microbes, and citrus juice does not reliably make it safe; cook the fish thoroughly instead.
Can small anchovies be baked instead of fried?
Yes, small anchovies bake well and need less added oil than pan-frying. Arrange cleaned, dried fish in a single layer, season them, and bake until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily.
How do you remove the strong smell from small anchovies?
Clean small anchovies shortly before cooking, rinse them briefly with cold water, and pat them dry to limit lingering odor. Ventilate the kitchen while cooking, and serve the fish with lemon if you like.
What can you use instead of small anchovies in a recipe?
Sardines can replace small anchovies in some cooked dishes, but they are larger and have a different texture, so adjust cooking time. For a recipe that relies on anchovy flavor, canned anchovies are a more intense, salty alternative.
Small anchovy Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1µg · 42% DV
B3
2.05mg · 13% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
B5
0.3mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
Iodine
15µg · 10% DV
Iron
1.45mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
205mg · 6% DV
Sodium
52mg · 2% DV
Small anchovy Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Small anchovy
To burn the 66 calories in 10 piece (medium) (50 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Small anchovy?
Small anchovy is a small, oily fish found in the Black Sea and widely used in Turkish cooking. In season, it is often cooked whole, with the bones left in. At home and in restaurants, it may be coated in cornmeal and pan-fried, baked, or layered into hamsili pilav, a rice dish with anchovies.
Its flesh is tender and savoury; frying gives it a crisp coating. Serve it hot with lemon and salad, or share it as part of a meze spread. It provides plenty of protein and omega-3 fats, with no carbohydrates. For a lighter meal, bake the fish instead of frying it and pair it with a generous salad.
How Nutritious Is Small anchovy?
Nutrient density
Very 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 Small anchovy Processed?
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
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 Small anchovy Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Small anchovy Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Small anchovy Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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