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Fish, monkfish, cooked, dry heat
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1 MG | 1% | |
| Thiamin | 0.0 MG | 2% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Niacin | 2.6 MG | 16% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 16% | |
| Folate, total | 8 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.0 UG | 43% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 14 UG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 10 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.4 MG | 2% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 27 MG | 6% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 256 MG | 20% | |
| Potassium, K | 513 MG | 11% | |
| Sodium, Na | 23 MG | 1% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.5 MG | 5% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 4% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 46.8 UG | 85% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 97 kcal per 100g.
- Good source of protein with 18.6g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (2.0g per 100g).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (20% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (85% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin B-12 (43% DV).
About Fish, monkfish, cooked, dry heat
Monkfish has one of the leanest profiles among marine fish, with very little fat and high protein in a firm, dense fillet. The texture has earned it comparisons to lobster, which is why it sometimes appears on menus as "poor man's lobster." It takes well to roasting, pan-searing, or poaching and absorbs surrounding flavors without becoming mushy. An approachable fish for people who find most fish textures unappealing.
Dietary Information
Fish, monkfish, cooked, dry heat is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Fish, monkfish, cooked, dry heat include Selenium, Se (85% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (43% DV) , and Phosphorus, P (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 97 calories per 100 grams, Fish, monkfish, cooked, dry heat gets 77% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 18% from fat. This is lower than most foods and comparable to fruits and vegetables.
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