Belly

Fish

Belly

Sailfish belly is the richer lower strip—fattier on oily fish, delicate and prized for grill and cure when appropriate. Cook skin-side down to crisp or confit gently. Trim strong bloodline if needed. Cold product sears better—pat surfaces dry and do not crowd the pan.

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Characteristics

Preparations

BraisedCrispedCuredGrilledRoastedSmoked

Traits

CrispableCure FriendlyFattyRichSlow Cook Or CrispSlow Or Crisp

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 170

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 12.4 g
  • Saturated Fat 2.42 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 5.06 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 4.87 g
  • Cholesterol 53.3 mg
  • Sodium 80 mg
  • Salt 0.2 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 14.6 g
  • Water 75.9 g
Detailed nutrients

Belly cuts are intramuscular and subcutaneous fat-rich compared with loin.

History

Ice, rail and trawler fleets moved sailfish inland as everyday protein, including named belly portions.

Ice, rail and trawler fleets moved sailfish inland as everyday protein, including named belly portions.

Ice, rail and trawler fleets moved sailfish inland as everyday protein, including named belly portions.

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