Skin

Fish

Skin

Grey Mullet 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. Salt early for large joints, late for delicate leaves and soft fruit.

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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 188

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 14.5 g
  • Saturated Fat 2.81 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 5.74 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 5.97 g
  • Cholesterol 80.6 mg
  • Sodium 77.6 mg
  • Salt 0.21 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 14.3 g
  • Water 75.8 g
Detailed nutrients

Skin carries subcutaneous fat and collagen; crisping concentrates calories.

History

Fillet and portion packs of grey mullet became standard supermarket seafood, including named skin portions.

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

Fillet and portion packs of grey mullet became standard supermarket seafood, including named skin portions.

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