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High-protein pan-fried fish coated with cornmeal
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal (140 g) has 287 calories. That works out to 205 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.3 g of carbs, 31.4 g of protein, 12.7 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 2.4 µg of B12 covers 99% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
287
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
11.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
31.4g
· 63% DV
Fat
12.7g
· 16% 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 16% · Protein 44% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 287 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.7 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 2.38 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 115 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 31.4 g | 63% |
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) | 140 g | 287 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 70 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 185 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 120 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 160 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 190 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 240 g | 492 kcal |
Calculated from 205 calories per 100 g.
Whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal, is made by coating dried fish pieces in cornmeal and cooking them in a lightly oiled, preheated pan. Cook in a single layer until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily.
To keep whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal, crispy, pat the fish dry before coating it and avoid crowding the pan. Let the coating brown before turning the pieces, and serve soon after cooking.
Keep whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal, from sticking or falling apart by drying the fish and heating the pan and oil before adding it. Turn each piece only after the first side has browned, using a wide spatula.
It can: whether whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal, has bones depends on the cut. Fillets usually contain fewer bones than bone-in portions, but check carefully before cooking and take care with small bones while eating.
Whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal, tastes mild and slightly sweet, with a tender white-fish centre and a toasted cornmeal crust. Its gentle flavour works well with lemon and does not need a strongly flavoured sauce.
Serve whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal, with lemon, a crisp salad, or simply cooked vegetables. Slaw, roasted potatoes, or beans also make a satisfying side; choose something fresh to balance the crisp coating.
Yes, you can use frozen fish for whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal. Thaw it in the refrigerator first and pat it very dry; excess surface water makes the cornmeal coating less likely to brown and stay crisp.
Yes, you can bake whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal, for a less oily result, although the coating may be less crisp than when pan-fried. Arrange the coated pieces on a lightly oiled tray without overlapping them.
Refrigerate leftover whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal, in a covered container promptly after the meal. Reheat it in an oven or skillet to help the coating regain some crispness; a microwave tends to soften it.
Yes, fully cooked whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal, can be eaten during pregnancy; whiting is generally considered a low-mercury fish. Follow local guidance on fish portions, and ask your clinician if your pregnancy or health history calls for individual advice.
Vitamins
B12
2.38µg · 99% DV
B3
6.86mg · 43% DV
B6
0.41mg · 24% DV
Biotin
4.48µg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
45µg · 82% DV
Phosphorus
319mg · 46% DV
Iodine
48µg · 32% DV
Potassium ⭐
498mg · 15% DV
Sodium
115mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 287 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):
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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.
Whiting, pan-fried with cornmeal, is a simple fish dish made by coating whiting in cornmeal and frying it in a pan. It is especially familiar in Turkish home cooking and coastal food traditions, where the light coating lets the mild-flavoured fish remain the focus.
The crust turns lightly crisp while the flesh stays tender and flaky. Serve it hot with lemon and a fresh salad, greens or sliced onion; it works well as a straightforward lunch or dinner. It provides substantial protein, while the pan-frying adds richness. For a lighter plate, use just enough oil to cook the fish and pair it with plenty of 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.