Creamed Haddock on Toast
Creamed Haddock on Toast is a comforting, classic dish featuring flaky, smoked haddock fish folded into a rich, creamy white sauce, typically served over slices of toasted bread. Its core ingredients include smoked haddock, butter, flour, milk, and seasonings like nutmeg or white pepper, with the toast providing a crisp base. This dish is a staple of British and New England coastal cuisine, often enjoyed as a hearty lunch or simple supper.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily high in protein from the haddock and fat from the creamy sauce, with carbohydrates coming mainly from the toast. It provides a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and B vitamins, and a typical serving contains roughly 400-600 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 24 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.2 mcg |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg |
| Selenium | 34 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4.5 mg |
| Calcium | 150 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
Per 1 serving (250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a resourceful use of preserved fish (smoking) in maritime communities. Nutritionally, it's a unique combination where the smoky flavor of the fish cuts through the richness of the cream, creating a balanced and satisfying meal.
