Shark

Shark · Squaliformes

Fish, shark, mixed species, raw

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Fish, shark, mixed species, raw's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

6%
130 kcal Calories
42%
21.0 g Protein
0%
0.0 g Carbs
6%
4.5 g Fat

Very good nutrient density 39/100

How many beneficial nutrients Fish, shark, 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, shark, mixed species, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Fish, shark, 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).

Selenium66% Vitamin B1262% Protein42% Vitamin B624% Niacin (B3)18% Phosphorus17% Pantothenic Acid (B5)14% Choline12% Magnesium12%

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.

CarbohydratesAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrate0.0 g
0%
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
0%
Total Sugars0.0 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat4.5 g
6%
Saturated Fat0.9 g
5%
Monounsaturated Fat1.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.2 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids28.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids76.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein21.0 g
42%
Histidine618.0 mg
Isoleucine967.0 mg
Leucine1,705.0 mg
Lysine1,926.0 mg
Methionine621.0 mg
Phenylalanine819.0 mg
Threonine920.0 mg
Tryptophan235.0 mg
Valine1,081.0 mg
VitaminsAmount% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)70.0 mcg
8%
Vitamin C0.0 mg
0%
Vitamin D0.6 mcg
3%
Vitamin E1.0 mg
7%
Vitamin K0.1 mcg
0%
Thiamin (B1)0.0 mg
4%
Riboflavin (B2)0.1 mg
5%
Niacin (B3)2.9 mg
18%
Vitamin B60.4 mg
24%
Folate (B9)3.0 mcg
1%
Vitamin B121.5 mcg
62%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.7 mg
14%
Choline65.0 mg
12%
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium34.0 mg
3%
Iron0.8 mg
5%
Magnesium49.0 mg
12%
Phosphorus210.0 mg
17%
Potassium160.0 mg
3%
Sodium79.0 mg
3%
Zinc0.4 mg
4%
Copper0.0 mg
4%
Manganese0.0 mg
1%
Selenium36.5 mcg
66%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol51.0 mg
17%
Phytosterols~
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol0.0 g
Caffeine0.0 mg
Theobromine0.0 mg
Ash1.4 g

About Fish, shark, mixed species, raw

Shark is a firm, meaty fish sometimes called the steak of the sea because it cooks up dense and satisfying rather than flaky. Species like mako, thresher, and blacktip are the ones you are most likely to find at the market, sold as thick boneless steaks with a mild, faintly sweet flavor that readily soaks up a marinade. It is a lean source of protein and delivers selenium, vitamin B12, and some omega-3 fatty acids, all while staying low in fat.

Because the flesh naturally carries urea, a quick soak in milk, lemon juice, or a saltwater brine before cooking keeps it sweet and clean-tasting. Shark holds up beautifully on the grill and shows up in fish and chips, tacos, and kebabs. One important caveat: shark sits high on the ocean food chain and tends to accumulate mercury, so nutrition authorities advise limiting it and steering pregnant women and young children away from it.

Many species are also overfished, so it is worth choosing responsibly sourced options and eating shark only occasionally.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Fish, shark, mixed species, raw?

There are 130 calories in 100 g of Fish, shark, mixed species, raw, or about 111 calories in 3 oz (85 g).

How much protein is in Fish, shark, mixed species, raw?

Fish, shark, mixed species, raw contains 21.0 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Fish, shark, mixed species, raw?

Fish, shark, mixed species, raw has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Fish, shark, mixed species, raw?

Fish, shark, mixed species, raw provides 4.5 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Fish, shark, mixed species, raw a good source of?

Fish, shark, mixed species, raw is an excellent source of Selenium (66% DV), Vitamin B12 (62% DV), Protein (42% DV) and Vitamin B6 (24% DV) and a good source of Niacin (B3), Phosphorus, Pantothenic Acid (B5), Choline and Magnesium (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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