Roe

Fish

Roe

Pompano roe appears seasonally when fish are gravid—milder than strong oily-fish roes and usable pan-fried or in small seafood specials. Availability is limited; treat as a by-product of whole fish breakdown. Cook gently; overcooking turns eggs dry and grainy. Season simply with salt and acid.

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Characteristics

Preparations

Pan FriedSpecial

Traits

By-ProductDelicateLimitedMild RoeRareSeasonal

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 163

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 7.18 g
  • Saturated Fat 1.02 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 1.89 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 4.91 g
  • Cholesterol 272 mg
  • Sodium 82 mg
  • Salt 0.19 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 21.7 g
  • Water 71.7 g
Detailed nutrients

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

History

Seasonal pompano roe was used in coastal home kitchens when whole fish were cleaned.

Chefs occasionally featured pompano roe as a special when landings allowed.

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