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A cured and smoked bonito-style fish meze, high in protein and sodium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Smoked lakerda (60 g) has 117 calories. That works out to 195 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 16.8 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 5.4 µg of B12 covers 225% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 60 g
117
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
16.8g
· 34% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% 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 61% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 117 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.26 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1080 mg | 47% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% |
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 serving (medium) | 60 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 20 g | 39 kcal |
| 3 slice (medium) | 45 g | 88 kcal |
| 2 ounce (medium) | 57 g | 111 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 117 kcal |
| 5 slice (medium) | 75 g | 146 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 195 kcal |
Calculated from 195 calories per 100 g.
Smoked lakerda is a Turkish fish meze made by curing bonito-style fish with salt and then smoking it. It is usually sliced and served cold, and the exact curing and smoking methods can vary between producers.
Serve smoked lakerda in thin slices as a cold meze, often with red onion, lemon, parsley, or a little olive oil. Its salty, smoky flavor pairs well with plain bread and fresh accompaniments rather than other heavily salted foods.
Smoked lakerda is commonly made from bonito, including larger bonito known as torik in Turkey. The species can vary by product, so look for the fish name on the packaging if you need to know exactly what you are buying.
No. Regular lakerda is typically salt-cured bonito, while smoked lakerda is also exposed to smoke for an extra smoky flavor. Curing time and texture vary, so smoked lakerda may taste different even when both are made from the same fish.
Smoked lakerda is commonly sold ready to serve, but smoking does not always mean the fish was fully cooked with heat. Follow the package directions, especially if the product is labeled as requiring cooking or careful handling.
You do not have to soak smoked lakerda. If it tastes too salty, briefly rinse or soak the slices in cold water, then drain them well; prolonged soaking can soften the fish and wash away some of its smoky flavor.
Keep opened smoked lakerda covered in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator, and follow the package’s use-by guidance. Return it to the refrigerator promptly after serving, and discard it if its smell or surface becomes unusual.
Yes, smoked lakerda can be frozen in an airtight, freezer-safe package. Thaw it in the refrigerator and eat it soon after thawing; freezing is convenient, though it may make the fish softer or lessen its smoky character.
During pregnancy, choose smoked lakerda only if it has been thoroughly heated until steaming; chilled ready-to-eat smoked fish can carry a listeria risk. Ask your healthcare professional for advice that accounts for your pregnancy and local food-safety guidance.
People with high blood pressure should keep smoked lakerda portions small because salt-curing can make it high in sodium. If you have been told to restrict sodium, ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your individual plan.
Vitamins
B12
5.4µg · 225% DV
B3
7.2mg · 45% DV
B6
0.27mg · 16% DV
Vitamin D
3µg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Sodium
1080mg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
210mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Smoked lakerda is a Turkish fish meze made by curing large migratory fish, traditionally bonito or a related fish, in salt and then smoking it. It is usually served in thin slices, with a firm, slightly oily texture and a pronounced savoury, smoky flavour.
In Turkey it appears as a cold starter, often alongside onion, lemon and greens at a rakı table. It is protein-rich—28 g per 100 g—but its cured, salty taste makes it best enjoyed in a modest portion. Pair it with fresh salad or unsalted vegetables for a lighter plate.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.