Fish, pike, northern, raw
FDC 173680oz (85 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 85 · +10 vs Fish & seafood medianRaw northern pike also scores 85 of 100, Strong, sitting at rank 9 of 60 in fish and seafood against a median of 75. Its one clear standout is protein, at 39 percent of the Daily Value per 100 grams, with no other nutrient flagged as excellent or good.
Pike is a freshwater fish more often filleted and pan-fried or baked than served raw, prized for its lean, flaky flesh but notorious for its fine intramuscular bones that need picking out before serving. Per 100 grams it supplies 19.3 grams of protein for just 0.69 grams of fat, sodium is low at 39 milligrams per 100 grams, and a typical serving is about 85 grams.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 kcal | 4% |
| Total fat | 0.69 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.12 g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 39 mg | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 19 g | 39% |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.55 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 31 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 3.8 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 21 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.2 mg | 1% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 75 kcal | 4% |
| Total fat | 0.59 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 16 g | 33% |
| Potassium | 220 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 48 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.47 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 26 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 3.2 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 18 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.17 mg | 1% |
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FDC 173680Original 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.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the fish & seafood median
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Northern pike is a freshwater fish with lean, firm white flesh and a mild flavor, though it is known for a network of small Y-shaped bones that need careful removal before cooking. Traditionally it is deboned and worked into quenelles, the classic French pike dumplings poached in stock, or used in gefilte fish; simpler preparations include pan-frying or baking fillets with butter, dill, and lemon. Because the flesh is delicate, gentle cooking methods suit it better than aggressive searing, and it can dry out quickly if left on the heat too long.
Buy fresh whole fish or fillets that have been checked over for pin bones, and since freshwater fish can spoil faster than saltwater varieties, refrigerate it on ice and cook within a day, or freeze for longer storage. Raw pike is very lean, at 88 calories per 100 grams with about 19.3 grams of protein, roughly 39% of the Daily Value, and only 0.69 grams of fat and 39 milligrams of sodium. That makes it a light, low-sodium option for a simple pan-fried or baked fillet dinner, and its mild flavor lets a squeeze of lemon or a spoonful of herb butter carry most of the seasoning without needing anything more elaborate.
Frequently asked questions about fish, pike
How many calories are in raw northern pike?
88 calories per 100 grams.
Is pike a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides about 19.3 grams of protein per 100 grams, roughly 39% of the Daily Value, with very little fat.
How is pike traditionally prepared?
It's often deboned carefully due to its many small bones and used in dishes like pike quenelles, gefilte fish, or simply pan-fried fillets.