Haddock au Gratin
Haddock au Gratin is a comforting baked dish featuring flaky white haddock fillets topped with a rich, creamy sauce and a golden, bubbly cheese crust. It typically includes ingredients like haddock, milk or cream, butter, flour, cheese (such as Gruyère or cheddar), and sometimes breadcrumbs or herbs. This preparation is a classic example of French-inspired 'au gratin' cooking, popular in coastal regions like the UK and New England.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the fish and rich in fat from the creamy sauce and cheese, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from any flour or breadcrumb topping. It provides a good source of vitamin B12, selenium, and phosphorus, with a typical serving containing around 400-500 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.5 mcg |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Omega-3s | 0.5 g |
| Calcium | 200 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
Per 1 fillet with sauce and topping (approx. 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'au gratin' technique, meaning 'grated' or 'crusted' in French, transforms simple ingredients into an elegant, indulgent meal, highlighting the cultural blend of French culinary methods with local seafood traditions. Nutritionally, it's a way to enjoy the lean protein and omega-3s of haddock in a more decadent, satisfying form.
