American Butterfish · Peprilus triacanthus
Fish, butterfish, raw
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Good nutrient density 36/100
How many beneficial nutrients Fish, butterfish, raw delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Fish, butterfish, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
51% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 51%8.0 g per serving
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Protein 49%17.3 g per serving
What Fish, butterfish, raw is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.0 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 17.3 g | |
| Histidine | 509.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 796.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 1,405.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 1,587.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 512.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 675.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 758.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 194.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 890.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 1,045.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,034.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 1,770.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 185.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 2,580.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 830.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 611.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 705.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 583.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 30.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.5 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 15.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.9 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.8 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 22.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | |
| Magnesium | 25.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 240.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 375.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 89.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.8 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 36.5 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 65.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 1.2 g | — |
About Fish, butterfish, raw
The American butterfish (Peprilus triacanthus) is a small, silvery saltwater fish found along the Atlantic coast of North America, where it also goes by dollarfish, harvestfish, and skipjack. Its name is well earned: the flesh is soft, rich, and buttery, with a high natural oil content that keeps it moist and lends a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Because the fish is small and thin, it cooks in minutes and is usually prepared whole, pan-fried, broiled, or grilled until the skin crisps.
That same oiliness makes it a good source of omega-3 fatty acids alongside lean protein, and the fine bones are easy to work around once cooked. Butterfish is especially popular in East Asian kitchens, where it is often salted, dried, or simmered with soy and ginger, and it appears on many sushi menus. Look for it fresh at coastal markets in late summer and fall; because of its delicate, oil-rich flesh, it is best cooked and eaten soon after you buy it.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Fish, butterfish, raw?
There are 146 calories in 100 g of Fish, butterfish, raw, or about 124 calories in 3 oz (85 g).
How much protein is in Fish, butterfish, raw?
Fish, butterfish, raw contains 17.3 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Fish, butterfish, raw?
Fish, butterfish, raw has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Fish, butterfish, raw?
Fish, butterfish, raw provides 8.0 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Fish, butterfish, raw a good source of?
Fish, butterfish, raw is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (79% DV), Selenium (66% DV), Protein (35% DV) and Niacin (B3) (28% DV) and a good source of Phosphorus, Vitamin B6, Pantothenic Acid (B5), Riboflavin (B2) and Thiamin (B1) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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