Proteins
Catfish Nutrition Facts
Catfish is a mild, affordable white fish popular in Southern cooking. Farm-raised catfish is sustainable and has a clean, slightly sweet flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving
Calories95
% Daily Value*
Total Fat
2.8g4%
Saturated Fat
0.7g3%
Trans Fat
0.0g
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.7g
Monounsaturated Fat
1.0g
Cholesterol
58mg19%
Sodium
43mg2%
Total Carbohydrate
0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber
-0%
Total Sugars
-
Protein
16.4g33%
Vitamin A
13mcg1%
Vitamin C
0.7mg1%
Vitamin D
12.0mcg60%
Vitamin E
0.6mg4%
Vitamin K
0.1mcg0%
Vitamin B6
0.1mg7%
Vitamin B12
2.2mcg92%
Folate
10mcg3%
Calcium
9mg1%
Iron
0.3mg2%
Potassium
358mg8%
Magnesium
23mg5%
Zinc
0.5mg5%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Health Benefits
- ✓Excellent vitamin D source
- ✓Good source of vitamin B12
- ✓Lean protein source
- ✓Contains omega-3 fatty acids
- ✓Low in mercury
Best For
Budget-friendly proteinVitamin D intakeMild fish flavorFrying and blackeningLow-mercury option
Storage
Refrigerate for 1-2 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Fresh catfish should smell clean, not fishy.
Serving Sizes
3 oz cooked81 cal
1 fillet136 cal
6 oz cooked162 cal
Frequently Asked Questions
Is farm-raised or wild catfish better?
U.S. farm-raised catfish is considered an excellent sustainable choice. It is raised in controlled environments with consistent quality.
Why is catfish so popular in the South?
Catfish thrives in Southern waters and has been a regional staple for centuries. The tradition of fried catfish with hush puppies remains beloved.
Does catfish taste fishy?
Quality catfish has a mild, slightly sweet flavor with no fishy taste. If catfish tastes muddy or fishy, it may be lower quality.
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