Fried pike fillets
Fried pike fillets are a classic dish featuring tender, mild-flavored white fish coated in a crispy batter or breading and pan-fried to a golden brown. Common ingredients include pike fillets, flour or breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and oil or butter for frying. This preparation is particularly popular in Northern and Central European cuisines, as well as in North American regions where pike is abundant.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates, with the fat content depending on the frying method and coating. It is an excellent source of lean protein, selenium, and vitamin B12, and a typical serving contains roughly 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 290 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.2 mcg |
| Selenium | 32 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5.8 mg |
| Potassium | 310 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
| Zinc | 1.2 mg |
Per 1 fillet (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Pike is a freshwater fish with a firm, almost steak-like texture, making it ideal for frying as it holds together well. Nutritionally, it provides high-quality protein with very little fat, making it a lean choice compared to many other fried foods.
