
Squalus acanthias
Also Known As
Dogfish shark, Cape dogfish, Cape shark, Spring dogfish, Spiked dogfish, Grayfish, Spur dog, Piked dogfish
U.S. wild-caught Atlantic spiny dogfish is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations.
Facts
Availability |
Year-round. |
Source |
U.S. wild-caught from Maine to North Carolina. |
Taste |
Mild and sweet. |
Texture |
Flaky but firm. It has higher oil content than mako or other sharks. |
Color |
The raw meat is white. The outer flesh can have a reddish hue, which turns brown when cooked. The rest of the meat remains white when cooked. |
Health Benefits |
Shark is a low-fat source of protein and is high in selenium and vitamins B6 and B12. More information on health and seafood. |
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition facts |
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Serving weight | 100 g (raw) |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 130 |
Protein | 20.98 g |
Fat, total | 4.51 g |
Saturated fatty acids, total | 0.925 g |
Carbohydrate | 0 g |
Sugars, total | 0 g |
Fiber, total dietary | 0 g |
Cholesterol | 51 mg |
Selenium | 36.5 mcg |
Sodium | 79 mg |