Smoked Sablefish
Smoked Sablefish is a luxurious dish featuring the rich, buttery flesh of the black cod, which has been cured and cold-smoked to perfection. The process imparts a deep, savory flavor while preserving the fish's exceptionally high natural oil content. It is a signature preparation in the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia, where sablefish is a prized local catch.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is extremely high in healthy fats and protein, with virtually no carbohydrates. It is an outstanding source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and B12, with a typical serving containing around 300-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 23 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
| Vitamin D | 17.1 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.8 mcg |
| Selenium | 36.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Potassium | 320 mg |
| Omega-3 (EPA+DHA) | 1.8 g |
| Magnesium | 35 mg |
Per 1 fillet (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Sablefish is often called 'butterfish' due to its velvety texture, and its high oil content makes it uniquely suited for smoking, which enhances its natural richness. Nutritionally, it's one of the most potent natural sources of heart-healthy omega-3s, rivaling salmon.
