Fillet

Fish

Fillet

Bream fillet is a side of flesh lifted from the frame—the most convenient cooking form. It shows mild sweet white flesh with fine flakes; clean marine or freshwater taste by species. Skin may be left on for crisping or removed for delicate poaching. Pan-fry, grill, bake, or steam until just opaque; overcooking dries lean fish quickly. Season simply with salt, citrus, herbs, or butter sauce. Check for remaining pin bones before service.

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Preparations

BakedFreshGrilledPan FriedPoachedRawRoastedWhole

Traits

BonelessEven ThicknessFine GrainLeanMildPremiumQuick Cook

Nutrition and pairings

Nutrition

Typical values per 100 g edible portion. Nutrient names open the reference page.

Nutrition Facts

Per 100 g edible portion

Calories 137

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 4.72 g
  • Saturated Fat 0.99 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 1.99 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 2.06 g
  • Cholesterol 57.2 mg
  • Sodium 75.4 mg
  • Salt 0.2 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 19.9 g
  • Water 70.2 g
Detailed nutrients

Fillet is primarily muscle—leaner than belly or skin-on cuts of the same species.

History

Fishmongers standardised boneless fillets for urban households and restaurants.

Frozen and tray-packed fillets made portioned fish a supermarket default.

Chefs emphasised skin-on searing and precise doneness for premium white-fish fillets.

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