Proximate Analysis of Alosa sapidissima
Mainly from V.P. Bykov (1983, Ref. 4883)

 Main ref.
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 Locality
 Not specified
 Remark
 Meat is very bony , delicate and light, with plenty of flavor. Valued for its roe; most roe are sold fresh. Roes are best if dipped in hot water shortly to firm them prior to frying. Contains 192 kcal in 100 g edible weight.
 Weight proportions
 Chemical composition
 Body parts
Moisture %
Protein %
Fat %
Ash %
 Whole fish
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 Meat/Fillet
68.2
16.9
13.8
1.1
 Liver
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 Roe
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 Viscera
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 Head/bone/fins
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 Waste/offal
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 Comment
 Based on 100 g edible weight.
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