Tail

Fish

Tail

Plaice tail meat is thinner and faster-cooking—good for soups, cakes and quick sautés. Fold thin ends under for even pans; use moist methods if very lean. stop at just-opaque; residual heat finishes the centre. Salt early for large joints, late for delicate leaves and soft fruit.

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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 97.5

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 1.14 g
  • Saturated Fat 0.23 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 0.46 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 0.45 g
  • Cholesterol 53.8 mg
  • Sodium 76.1 mg
  • Salt 0.2 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 21.8 g
  • Water 68.2 g
Detailed nutrients

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

History

Fillet and portion packs of plaice became standard supermarket seafood, including named tail portions.

Fillet and portion packs of plaice became standard supermarket seafood, including named tail portions.

Fillet and portion packs of plaice became standard supermarket seafood, including named tail portions.

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