Whelk · Buccinidae
Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
Aquatic Foods2 forms & preparations
Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat'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.
Very good nutrient density 50/100
How many beneficial nutrients Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat 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 Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
24% from carbs
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Carbs 24%15.5 g per serving
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Fat 3%0.8 g per serving
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Protein 73%47.7 g per serving
What Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat 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 | 15.5 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 8.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 4.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 40.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 18.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 10.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 12.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 16.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 18.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 8.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 18.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 8.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 12.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 47.7 g | |
| Histidine | 977.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 1,655.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 3,807.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 2,930.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 1,205.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1,648.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 2,136.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 618.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 2,075.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 3,113.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 4,936.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 5,127.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 374.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 7,339.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 2,991.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 2,365.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 2,220.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 1,518.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 49.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 6.8 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.0 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.7 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 11.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 18.1 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.4 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 113.0 mg | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | |
| Magnesium | 172.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 282.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 694.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 412.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 3.3 mg | |
| Copper | 2.1 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.9 mg | |
| Selenium | 89.6 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 130.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 4.0 g | — |
About Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat
Whelk is an edible sea snail with firm, chewy, subtly sweet meat that has been gathered from the shore and eaten for centuries. It is a familiar seaside snack in Britain, a beloved ingredient in Korean cooking as golbaengi, the classic scungilli of Italian American kitchens, and a popular dish in Japan and West Africa. The lean meat is pulled from its spiraled shell after cooking and served in salads, tossed with vinegar or chili, skewered, or simmered into stews.
Whelk is a nutritious choice, offering plenty of protein with very little fat along with magnesium, selenium, and vitamin B12. The one rule that matters most is not to overcook it, since prolonged heat quickly turns the tender meat tough and rubbery, so a quick boil is usually all it needs. Look for whelks sold live in the shell or already cooked at fishmongers and Asian markets, keep them well chilled, and dress them brightly with lemon, garlic, or a splash of vinegar.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat?
There are 275 calories in 100 g of Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat, or about 234 calories in 3 oz (85 g).
How much protein is in Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat?
Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat contains 47.7 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat?
Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat has 15.5 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat?
Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat provides 0.8 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat a good source of?
Mollusks, whelk, unspecified, cooked, moist heat is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (756% DV), Copper (229% DV), Selenium (163% DV), Protein (95% DV), Iron (56% DV) and Magnesium (41% DV) and a good source of Riboflavin (B2), Potassium and Niacin (B3) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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