Roe

Fish

Roe

Mackerel roe includes firm hard roe sacs and soft milt when in season—rich, marine, and excellent fried, smoked, or lightly cured. Hard roe slices hold a pan; soft roe is creamy. Freshness must be impeccable. Classic with brown butter, lemon, and toast. Seasonal availability follows spawning runs.

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Characteristics

Preparations

CuredFreshFriedSmoked

Traits

DelicateMarineRichSeasonal

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 227

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 13.6 g
  • Saturated Fat 3.41 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 4.09 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 6.12 g
  • Cholesterol 281 mg
  • Sodium 76 mg
  • Salt 0.19 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 2.47 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 23.7 g
  • Water 58.2 g
Detailed nutrients

Roe packs protein, cholesterol, and often long-chain omega-3s.

History

Mackerel roe was a seasonal delicacy in European fish cookery.

Fried soft roe remained a British café and home classic.

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