CatfishNutrition reference
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Catfish

Catfish is a mild, firm freshwater fish, often farmed. Per 100 g it provides about 129 calories with 16.5 g protein.

129.1
kcalper 100g
Carbs
0g
Protein
16.47g
Fat
7.31g
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Nutrition facts

Per 100 grams

Reference values
Measurement basis
Food state
Raw
Edible portion
Raw farm-raised catfish fillet, edible portion; existing source-specific basis
Measurement basis
Per 100 g raw edible portion
Energy (kcal)
129.1 kcal
Protein
16.4688 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
7.308 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Saturated fat
1.602 g
Sodium
60.51 mg
More nutrients9
Energy (kJ)
540.2 kJ
Cholesterol
65.96 mg
Calcium
7.796 mg
Potassium
292.3 mg
Magnesium
20.63 mg
Iron1
<0.25 mg
Zinc
0.4749 mg
Vitamin B12
2.266 µg
Retinol1
<1 µg
  1. Below quantification limit

Data sources

2
  1. 1

    USDA FoodData Central — Foundation Foods

    2684445 · Foundation Foods April 2026; 2024-04-18

  2. 2

    U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service

    175165 · SR Legacy April 2018; 2019-04-01

About this food

Understanding this nutrition reference

Catfish is a mild, firm freshwater fish that is widely farmed. It has a slightly sweet flavor and is commonly fried, grilled, or baked.

Nutritionally, catfish is a source of protein. Per 100 g of raw catfish provides about 129 kcal, 16.5 g of protein, and 7.3 g of fat.

Catfish is usually cooked by frying, baking, or grilling. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Plan your portion

How much is in your serving of Catfish?

Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of raw catfish. A typical 4 oz fillet (about 113 g) provides roughly 146 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.

Calculated from the per-100-g reference. Values are rounded.
ServingWeightCaloriesCarbsProteinFat
100 g100 g129.1 kcal0 g16.5 g7.3 g
4 oz fillet113 g145.9 kcal0 g18.6 g8.3 g
8 oz fillet227 g293.1 kcal0 g37.4 g16.6 g

Use the weight of the edible portion in the food state shown above.

Energy (kcal)
129.1 kcal
Energy (kJ)
540.2 kJ
Protein
16.4688 g
Carbohydrates
0 g
Fat
7.308 g
Dietary fiber
0 g
Saturated fat
1.602 g
Cholesterol
65.96 mg
Sodium
60.51 mg
Calcium
7.796 mg
Potassium
292.3 mg
Magnesium
20.63 mg
Iron1
<0.25 mg
Zinc
0.4749 mg
Vitamin B12
2.266 µg
Retinol1
<1 µg

Questions and answers

Catfish nutrition FAQ

How many calories are in catfish?

Catfish provides about 129 calories per 100 g. A typical 4 oz fillet (about 113 g) provides roughly 146 calories.

Is catfish high in protein?

Yes. Catfish provides about 16.5 g of protein per 100 g.

Is catfish high in fat?

Catfish provides about 7.3 g of fat per 100 g.