
Mycteroperca microlepis
Also Known As
Grouper, Copper belly, Charcoal belly
U.S. wild-caught gag grouper is a smart seafood choice because it is sustainably managed and responsibly harvested under U.S. regulations.
Facts
Availability |
Fresh year-round in the Gulf of Mexico, and from May through December in the South Atlantic. |
Source |
U.S. wild-caught from North Carolina to Texas. |
Taste |
Mild but distinct flavor, somewhere between bass and halibut. |
Texture |
Firm, moist, and flaky. |
Color |
White when both raw and cooked. |
Health Benefits |
Grouper is low in saturated fat. It is also a good source of vitamins B6 and B12, phosphorus, potassium, protein, and selenium. |
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition facts |
|
Serving weight | 100 g (raw) |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 92 |
Protein | 19.38 g |
Fat, total | 1.02 g |
Saturated fatty acids, total | 0.233 g |
Carbohydrate | 0 g |
Sugars, total | 0 g |
Fiber, total dietary | 0 g |
Cholesterol | 37 mg |
Selenium | 36.5 mcg |
Sodium | 53 mg |