Fish & seafood

Fish, burbot, raw

FDC 171950fillet (116 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 83 · +8 vs Fish & seafood median

Burbot, a lean freshwater fish related to cod, lands at 83 of 100 on the density scale, a Strong showing that puts it 15th of 60 in the Fish & seafood category. Its protein content is the headline, hitting 39% DV in a fillet that carries just 90 calories per 100 grams.

A 116-gram fillet cooks quickly by poaching or pan-searing, and its mild, sweet flesh works well in chowders the way cod or haddock do. With only 0.81 grams of fat and 97 milligrams of sodium per 100 grams, it stays lean without much extra prep, though the tradeoff is a delicate texture that can fall apart if left on the heat too long, so shorter cooking times suit it best.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 19.3 g · 91%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 0.8 g · 9%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories90 kcal5%
Total fat0.81 g1%
Saturated fat0.16 g1%
Cholesterol60 mg20%
Sodium97 mg4%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars-
Protein19 g39%
Potassium404 mg9%
Calcium50 mg4%
Iron0.9 mg5%
Magnesium32 mg8%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A5 µg1%
Vitamin E-

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FDC 171950

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein39% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the fish & seafood median

Nutrient density83 vs 75 median
Protein / 100 g19 vs 19 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 0 median
Sodium / 100 g97 vs 75 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

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