Cockle fritters

Cockle fritters are a classic seaside snack, particularly popular in the UK, consisting of small, tender cockle clams mixed into a savory batter and deep-fried until golden and crispy. The batter typically includes flour, eggs, milk, and seasonings like parsley and black pepper. They are often served hot with a squeeze of lemon or malt vinegar.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in both carbohydrates from the batter and fats from frying, while also providing a good source of protein from the cockles and eggs. A typical serving offers a decent amount of iron and vitamin B12, with a rough calorie estimate of 300-400 kcal per portion.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	600 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Vitamin B12	18 µg
Zinc	3.2 mg
Selenium	35 µg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Niacin (B3)	3.5 mg
Copper	0.4 mg
Manganese	0.3 mg

Per 1 serving (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Cockle fritters are a beloved part of British coastal culinary heritage, often associated with fish and chip shops and seaside holidays. Nutritionally, they are a surprisingly good source of minerals like zinc and selenium from the shellfish, which support immune function.