Whale flipper, dried
Whale flipper, dried is a traditional preserved food, typically made from the flipper of a bowhead or sperm whale, which is cleaned, salted, and air-dried. It is a specialty of Arctic indigenous communities, particularly among Inuit and other coastal peoples of the North Atlantic and Arctic regions. The preparation is a method of preserving meat for long winters, often enjoyed as a chewy, jerky-like snack.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is extremely high in protein and fat, with virtually no carbohydrates. It is a dense source of energy, providing significant amounts of omega-3 fatty acids, iron, and vitamin B12, with a single serving containing several hundred calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 290 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 16 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 12.0 mcg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Omega-3 (DHA+EPA) | 1.8 g |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
| Zinc | 4.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.5 mg |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg |
Per 1 piece (approx. 85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it is a significant traditional food representing resilience and connection to the sea. Nutritionally, its high fat content, particularly rich in long-chain omega-3s like DHA and EPA, makes it a potent source of these heart- and brain-healthy nutrients.
