Freshwater Eel · Anguilla
Fish, eel, mixed species, raw
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Very good nutrient density 43/100
How many beneficial nutrients Fish, eel, mixed species, 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, eel, mixed species, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
59% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 59%11.7 g per serving
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Protein 41%18.4 g per serving
What Fish, eel, mixed species, 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 | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 11.7 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.4 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.2 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 432.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 196.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 580.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 1,585.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 191.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 1,255.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 2,772.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 3,000.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 196.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 95.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 84.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 63.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 18.4 g | |
| Histidine | 543.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 850.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 1,499.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 1,694.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 546.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 720.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 809.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 207.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 950.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 1,115.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,104.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 1,889.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 198.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 2,753.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 885.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 652.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 753.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 623.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 1,043.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 1.8 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 23.3 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 4.0 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 0.0 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 3.5 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 15.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.2 mg | |
| Choline | 65.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 20.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | |
| Magnesium | 20.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 216.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 272.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 51.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 1.6 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 6.5 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 126.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 1.4 g | — |
About Fish, eel, mixed species, raw
Eel is a long, snake-like fish with dense, rich flesh and a distinctive fatty texture. It is best known in Japanese cuisine as unagi (freshwater eel) and anago (saltwater conger), usually filleted, grilled and brushed with a sweet-savory glaze, though it has a long history in European cooking too, from jellied eel to smoked.
Raw eel is one of the richer fish, with about 184 calories and nearly 12 grams of fat per 100 grams alongside roughly 18 grams of protein. That fattiness carries fat-soluble nutrients: eel is notably high in vitamin A and vitamin B12. One practical point — eel should always be eaten cooked, never raw, because fresh eel blood contains a toxin that is harmless once destroyed by heat.
Because it is so rich, a little eel goes a long way, and it pairs well with the sweet, salty and tangy flavors that cut through its oiliness — soy, mirin, ginger or vinegar. Grilling and roasting suit it best, rendering some of the fat and crisping the skin.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Fish, eel, mixed species, raw?
There are 184 calories in 100 g of Fish, eel, mixed species, raw, or about 156 calories in 3 oz (85 g).
How much protein is in Fish, eel, mixed species, raw?
Fish, eel, mixed species, raw contains 18.4 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Fish, eel, mixed species, raw?
Fish, eel, mixed species, raw has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Fish, eel, mixed species, raw?
Fish, eel, mixed species, raw provides 11.7 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Fish, eel, mixed species, raw a good source of?
Fish, eel, mixed species, raw is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (125% DV), Vitamin D (117% DV), Vitamin A (RAE) (116% DV), Protein (37% DV), Vitamin E (27% DV) and Niacin (B3) (22% DV) and a good source of Phosphorus, Zinc, Thiamin (B1), Choline and Selenium (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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