Tail

Fish

Tail

Cod tail is the tapering rear—less prized than loin, still excellent for fishcakes, soups, and thrifty batter meals. Texture is slightly firmer; flake is smaller. Poach and flake, or cut into even stew pieces. Shield thin ends if roasting whole tail sections.

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Characteristics

Preparations

BraisedGrilledStewedStock

Traits

Bone InFlavourfulGelatinous Or MeatySlowSpecialty

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 97.4

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 1.23 g
  • Saturated Fat 0.24 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 0.51 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 0.48 g
  • Cholesterol 54.7 mg
  • Sodium 79.6 mg
  • Salt 0.2 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 21.6 g
  • Water 71.1 g
Detailed nutrients

Tail meat is the primary lean muscle in lobster, crayfish, and many fish.

History

Cod tails were everyday food once mid-body cuts were sold or salted.

GB

Markets sold cod tails cheaper for pies, cakes, and family stews.

Processors used tails in mince, pet food, and budget fillet packs.

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