Calories in fish pabellon
A typical serving of fish pabellon provides about 497 calories. Here are the full macros and nutrition facts.
Per serving · 1 full plate (350 g)
Calories
497kcal
Protein
33.3g
Carbs
63.7g
Fat
14.3g
Per 100 g
| Calories | 142 kcal |
| Protein | 9.5 g |
| Carbs | 18.2 g |
| Fat | 4.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 3.8 g |
| Sugars | 2.1 g |
| Sodium | 280 mg |
Data based on Open Food Facts and public nutrition databases.
A coastal variant of the national dish that replaces shredded beef with shredded fish (usually baby shark or ray), served with rice, black beans, and fried plantains.
Nutritional benefits
- Excellent amino acid profile from the rice and beans combo
- Lower in saturated fats compared to the beef version
- High in iron and potassium content
How to prepare it
- 1.Bake plantains instead of frying them to save calories
- 2.Rinse the fish well to control sodium levels
- 3.Season the beans with cumin and natural sweet peppers
Lighter alternatives
Brown rice
Provides more available fiber than white rice
Boiled plantain
Drastically reduces trans and saturated fat content
Steamed fish
Better preserves water-soluble vitamins
Healthy tip
Serve with a fresh green salad to improve the absorption of iron from the black beans.
Frequently asked questions
Is it suitable for weight loss diets?
Yes, if plantains are baked and rice portions are controlled, it is a very satisfying and nutritious meal.
Which fish is recommended?
Traditionally baby shark, but hake or any firm white fish can be used.
Does it contain a lot of sugar?
The sugar comes naturally from the ripe plantain; it is not added sugar.
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