Loin

Fish

Loin

Mackerel loin is the thick upper fillet band—the meatiest strip for neat portions and restaurant plates. Oil content is high; the flesh stays moist if not pushed past medium. Colour is deeper than white fish, with a clean bloodline to trim if milder flavour is wanted. Sear hard skin-side down, or roast briefly. Ideal for plated oily-fish mains where belly flaps are removed for even cooking.

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Characteristics

Preparations

FreshGrilledRoastedSeared

Traits

OilyPremium PortionRichThick

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 181

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 7.63 g
  • Saturated Fat 1.05 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 2.06 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 5.94 g
  • Cholesterol 54 mg
  • Sodium 78 mg
  • Salt 0.2 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 22.6 g
  • Water 70.9 g
Detailed nutrients

Loin is typically among the leaner, tender muscle primals.

History

Fishmongers cut mackerel loins for premium pan portions.

Restaurant menus featured seared mackerel loin with sharp accompaniments.

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