Grilled White Sucker Fillets
Grilled White Sucker Fillets is a dish featuring the mild, flaky meat of the white sucker fish, a freshwater species common in North American rivers and lakes. The fillets are typically seasoned with simple herbs, lemon, and butter or oil before being grilled to a smoky, tender finish. It's a popular way to prepare this abundant, sustainable fish in regions like the Great Lakes and Midwest.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-protein, low-carbohydrate meal, providing a lean source of omega-3 fatty acids and essential minerals. A typical serving contains roughly 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 36 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 85 mg |
| Selenium | 40 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 0.8 g |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg |
Per 1 fillet (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The white sucker is often considered a 'rough fish' or 'trash fish' by anglers, but it's prized in local cuisines for its sweet, clean flavor when prepared fresh. Nutritionally, it's an excellent source of selenium, which supports thyroid function and acts as a powerful antioxidant.
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