Paarai: nutrition for pregnancy & family

Also known as Blacktip trevally, Blacktip kingfish, Yellowtail kingfish, Large marine fish, [Place of collection: Chennnai]. Food group: Marine Fish.

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More marine fish: Allathi, Aluva, Anchovy, Ari fish, Betki, Black snapper.

Paarai in Indian languages

EnglishBlacktip trevally, Blacktip kingfish, Yellowtail kingfish

Regional names as recorded by ICMR-NIN in the Indian Food Composition Tables.

Nutrition per 100 g

Energy104 kcal
Protein21.6 g
Fat1.8 g
Iron0.7 mg
Calcium14 mg

Nutrition source: ICMR-NIN — Indian Food Composition Tables (IFCT). Values are typical per 100 g and vary by variety and preparation.

Educational information, not medical or dietary advice. Most everyday foods are fine in normal amounts — ask your doctor or dietitian about anything specific to your pregnancy.