Baked Ling with Lemon and Herbs
Baked Ling with Lemon and Herbs is a light, flavorful seafood dish featuring the mild, white-fleshed ling fish, typically baked with a bright combination of lemon juice, zest, and fresh herbs like parsley or dill. This preparation is common in coastal regions of Northern Europe, particularly Scandinavia and the UK, where ling is a traditional catch.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and low in carbohydrates and fat, making it a lean source of nutrients. It provides excellent amounts of high-quality protein, selenium, and vitamin B12, with a rough calorie estimate of 180-220 kcal per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 190 kcal |
| Protein | 34 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 90 mg |
| Selenium | 40 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.2 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Magnesium | 45 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 0.4 g |
Per 1 fillet (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, ling has been a staple in Nordic and North Atlantic cuisines for centuries, often preserved as stockfish or lutefisk. Nutritionally, the lemon juice not only adds flavor but also helps tenderize the fish and can enhance the absorption of its iron content.
