Fillet

Fish

Fillet

Smelt fillet is the boneless side cut from the frame—everyday pan, grill and bake portion. Thickness tapers toward the tail. Pin-bone, pat dry, cook just opaque. Skin on or off is preference. Save frames for stock. Pairs with lemon, butter, herbs, oil, gentle spice. Cold product sears better—pat surfaces dry and do not crowd the pan.

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BakedFreshGrilledPan FriedPoachedRawRoastedWhole

Traits

BonelessEven ThicknessFine GrainLeanMildPremiumQuick Cook

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 137

Amount per 100 g

  • Total Fat 4.77 g
  • Saturated Fat 1 g
  • Trans Fat 0 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat 1.99 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat 1.92 g
  • Cholesterol 52.2 mg
  • Sodium 75.4 mg
  • Salt 0.19 g
  • Total Carbohydrate 0 g
  • Dietary Fibre 0 g
  • Total Sugars 0 g
  • Complex / starch 0 g
  • Protein 19.9 g
  • Water 70.6 g
Detailed nutrients

Fillet is primarily muscle—leaner than belly or skin-on cuts of the same species.

History

Fillet and portion packs of smelt became standard supermarket seafood, including named fillet portions.

Fillet and portion packs of smelt became standard supermarket seafood, including named fillet portions.

Ice, rail and trawler fleets moved smelt inland as everyday protein, including named fillet portions.

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