Calories in conger eel
A typical serving of conger eel provides about 153 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 steak (150 g)
Calories
153kcal
Protein
27g
Carbs
0g
Fat
5.1g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 102 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 3.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugars | 0 g |
| Sodium | 70 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
A long-bodied fish similar to a sea snake. It is a flavorful white fish but contains many bones in the tail section.
Nutritional benefits
- Rich in Vitamin A and D
- Good supply of calcium and phosphorus
- Easy to digest lean protein
How to prepare it
- 1.Stewed with potatoes and saffron
- 2.Head and trunk parts for soups
- 3.Dried and cured (tradition in parts of Spain)
Lighter alternatives
Eel
Much fattier but similar flavor
School shark
Cartilaginous texture without so many bones
Hake
Simpler alternative for stews
Healthy tip
Use it primarily for soups and stews where its collagen adds body to the broth.
Frequently asked questions
Does it have many bones?
The tail part has many; it is recommended to use the upper trunk or open part.
Is it an oily fish?
It is semi-fatty, with a very gelatinous texture ideal for stews.
What does it taste like?
It has a very characteristic and deep flavor that greatly enriches stocks.