fish

Herring — Nutrition & Culinary Profile

Herring is a small, oily saltwater fish rich in omega-3.

Calories217kcal

Protein20.8g

Fat14.2g

Carbohydrates0g

Fiber0g

Sugar0g

Density0.790000021457672g/ml

Portion120g

Shelf life10days

Vitamins

A50mg

C0mg

D12.3mg

E1.5mg

K0.5mg

B10.1mg

B20.2mg

B37.4mg

B51.2mg

B60.5mg

B915mg

B1218.3mg

Minerals

Calcium60mg

Iron1.5mg

Magnesium59mg

Phosphorus294mg

Potassium440mg

Sodium50mg

Zinc1.5mg

Selenium45.5mg

Culinary profile

sweetness1

acidity2

bitterness3

umami6

aroma7

texturedelicate

Properties

ph6.2

water activity0.97

Diets

✓ keto✓ paleo✓ gluten free✓ mediterranean✓ low carb

Processing states

raw

Fresh, unprocessed ingredient. Store refrigerated.

158 kcal4°C24 hrs

boiled

Cooked in boiling water. Softer texture, some nutrient loss to water.

165.9 kcal4°C24 hrs

steamed

Steamed. Minimal nutrient loss, retains natural texture.

162.74 kcal4°C48 hrs

baked

Oven-baked. Moderate water loss, flavour concentration.

181.7 kcal4°C48 hrs

grilled

Grilled over high heat. Fat drips off, smoky flavour.

173.8 kcal4°C24 hrs

fried

Pan-fried or deep-fried in oil. Higher fat and calorie content.

197.5 kcal4°C24 hrs

smoked

Smoked. Extended shelf life, concentrated flavour, lower moisture.

205.4 kcal4°C168 hrs

frozen

Frozen at -18°C. Nutrition virtually unchanged. Thaw before use.

158 kcal-18°C2160 hrs

dried

Dried/dehydrated. Highly concentrated nutrients. Rehydrate before cooking.

660.73 kcal20°C4320 hrs

pickled

Pickled in brine or vinegar. Acidic taste, extended shelf life.

150.1 kcal4°C720 hrs

Best pairings

Potato8.5 / 10

Dill8.5 / 10

Onion8.2 / 10

Mustard8.0 / 10

Lemon7.6 / 10

Vinegar7.5 / 10

Black pepper7.0 / 10