Smoked Eel
The most luxurious and famous seafood delicacy of Dutch coastal villages such as Volendam: eel smoked over oak wood until the flesh turns soft and buttery with an enchanting smoky flavour. It has zero carbohydrate, so a glycemic index does not apply, and it is one of the richest fish in protein, vitamins A and D and omega-3 fats.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
A small piece of eel fillet is quite enough as an excellent protein-and-fat meal; eat it with crisp cucumber slices or on a slice of keto or whole-wheat bread.
Best preparation methods
Remove the thin skin and eat it chilled with a light squeeze of lemon to balance its naturally rich fat, and avoid frying it or adding creamy sauces.
Important Nutritional Note
Eel is a naturally very fatty fish; keeping to a small portion (about 50 to 70 grams) gives you all the nutrients and fat-soluble vitamins without weighing down your stomach.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (60 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 330 kcal | 198 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g | 10.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 28 g | 16.8 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It provides 5.5 g of protein per 100 kcal, ranking 24 of 24 in Meat, fish & eggs (highest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Smoked Eel good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 60 g portion gives 198 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Smoked Eel affect blood sugar?
Smoked Eel contains virtually no available carbohydrate, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Smoked Eel?
A typical 60 g portion of Smoked Eel provides about 198 kcal, 10.8 g protein, 0 g carbohydrate, 16.8 g fat and 0 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.