Kedgeree
Kedgeree is a hearty Anglo-Indian dish of flaked smoked fish, boiled eggs, and rice, seasoned with spices like curry powder and turmeric. It's a classic British breakfast or brunch item, often garnished with fresh parsley.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced source of protein from the fish and eggs, with carbohydrates from the rice. A typical serving provides around 400-500 calories, depending on the portion size and amount of butter used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 850 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.5 mcg |
| Selenium | 35 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 380 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin D | 3 mcg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 55 mg |
| Zinc | 3 mg |
Per 1 typical serving (300 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Kedgeree is a fascinating example of culinary fusion, evolving from the Indian khichdi (a rice and lentil dish) into a beloved staple of the British Empire's breakfast table. Its use of smoked fish also makes it a good source of omega-3 fatty acids.
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