Sturgeon caviar (beluga)
Sturgeon caviar, specifically Beluga caviar, is a luxury food product consisting of the salt-cured roe (eggs) of the Beluga sturgeon, a large, ancient fish native to the Caspian Sea. It is characterized by its large, glossy, black to grey pearls and a rich, buttery, slightly nutty flavor. It is traditionally served chilled on a non-reactive spoon or atop blini (small pancakes) with crème fraîche.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-fat, high-protein food with virtually no carbohydrates. It provides a concentrated source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin B12, and selenium. A typical serving is calorie-dense, with roughly 250-300 calories per 28-gram (1 ounce) portion.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 264 kcal |
| Protein | 13 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 23 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 1100 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 120% DV |
| Selenium | 40% DV |
| Vitamin D | 20% DV |
| Iron | 18% DV |
| Phosphorus | 15% DV |
| Thiamin (B1) | 12% DV |
| Vitamin E | 10% DV |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
Per 1 ounce (28 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it is one of the world's most expensive delicacies, often associated with luxury and celebration. Nutritionally, it is a potent source of long-chain omega-3s like DHA and EPA, which are beneficial for brain and heart health.
