Chital, raw

Chital is a fish, and the figures here describe it raw, imported frozen from Bangladesh. It mainly provides protein, with a small amount of fat, and also contains minerals including calcium, phosphorus and iron. Per 100g, it provides 18g of protein, 1.9g of fat, 110mg of calcium and 0.09g of salt.

Protein supports the growth and repair of body tissues, while calcium helps maintain bones and teeth. The salt figure refers to the raw fish; added salt, sauces or other ingredients can increase the salt content of a prepared dish. Cooking can also change nutrient values by altering water content. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.