Kippers and eggs

Kippers and eggs is a classic British breakfast dish featuring smoked herring fillets (kippers) served alongside fried, poached, or scrambled eggs. It is a traditional seaside or coastal meal, particularly popular in the UK and parts of Ireland, often enjoyed as a hearty morning meal or light supper.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and healthy fats from both the oily fish and eggs, with minimal carbohydrates. It provides a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 300-400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	420 kcal
Protein	38 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	28 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	850 mg
Vitamin B12	12.5 µg
Vitamin D	14.2 µg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	1.8 g
Selenium	62 µg
Phosphorus	420 mg
Vitamin A	280 µg RAE
Iron	3.2 mg
Choline	310 mg

Per 1 serving (2 eggs + 2 kippers, approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, kippers represent a historic British preservation method using smoking, and the dish is often associated with coastal towns and traditional 'kipperies.' Nutritionally, the combination offers a powerful dose of anti-inflammatory omega-3s, making it a nutrient-dense choice compared to many modern breakfast options.