Skin

Fish

Skin

Conger Eel skin crisps in a hot pan when scaled and dried—protects the fillet and adds savour. Press skin-side down, wait for natural release. Serve on or peel after cooking. Cold product sears better—pat surfaces dry and do not crowd the pan.

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Characteristics

Preparations

CracklingFreshFriedPeeledRoastedStockZested

Traits

CollagenOuter LayerProtectiveSometimes Edible

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 360

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 32 g
  • Saturated Fat 8.96 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 14.4 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 8.64 g
  • Cholesterol 75.8 mg
  • Sodium 75.9 mg
  • Salt 0.2 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 18 g
  • Water 45 g

Skin carries subcutaneous fat and collagen; crisping concentrates calories.

History

Fillet and portion packs of conger eel became standard supermarket seafood, including named skin portions.

Coastal fisheries and markets sold conger eel whole and in pieces long before industrial freezing, including named skin portions.

Fillet and portion packs of conger eel became standard supermarket seafood, including named skin portions.

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