
Scomber scombrus
Also Known As
Mackerel, Common mackerel, Boston mackerel, Caballa
U.S. wild-caught Atlantic mackerel is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations.
Facts
Availability |
Year-round. Some is sold fresh in domestic markets, but most is frozen and exported to markets around the world. |
Source |
U.S. wild-caught from Maine to North Carolina. |
Taste |
Mackerel has a rich, pronounced flavor. For a milder flavor, cut out the outer bands of dark meat along the midline. |
Texture |
Soft, flaky, and moist. |
Color |
Raw meat looks grayish and oily. When cooked it is off-white to beige. |
Health Benefits |
Mackerel is high in omega-3 fatty acids and is an excellent source of selenium, niacin, and vitamins B6 and B12. |
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition facts |
|
Serving weight | 100 g (raw) |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 205 |
Protein | 18.6 g |
Fat, total | 13.89 g |
Saturated fatty acids, total | 3.257 g |
Carbohydrate | 0 g |
Sugars, total | 0 g |
Fiber, total dietary | 0 g |
Cholesterol | 70 mg |
Selenium | 44.1 mcg |
Sodium | 90 mg |