Calories in Fish and Chips
Fish and Chips has about 968 calories per 1 takeaway portion (430 g), or 225 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 39.1 g protein, 102.3 g carbs and 47.3 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from the UK's McCance & Widdowson CoFID dataset (Cod in batter, fried, takeaway (CoFID 16-368) with chips from a fish and chip shop (CoFID 13-485)).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 takeaway portion (430 g) | 1 small portion (300 g) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 225 kcal | 968 kcal | 675 kcal |
| Protein | 9.1 g | 39.1 g | 27.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 23.8 g | 102.3 g | 71.4 g |
| Fat | 11 g | 47.3 g | 33 g |
| Fiber | 2.1 g | 9 g | 6.3 g |
| Sugar | 0.8 g | 3.4 g | 2.4 g |
| Sodium | 83 mg | 357 mg | 249 mg |
About Fish and Chips
Battered cod and thick-cut chips from a British chippy. A regular takeaway portion is about 968 kcal: the fish is a good protein source, but the batter and a big scoop of chips make it one of the heavier meals on the high street.
Tip: Peel off half the batter and you save roughly 100 kcal. Mushy peas on the side add fiber and protein for about 100 kcal; curry sauce or tartar sauce add more.
Burn off 968 kcal
Rough estimates for a 155 lb (70 kg) adult.
- Brisk walking215 min
- Running88 min
- Cycling121 min
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Common questions
How many calories are in fish and chips?+
About 968 kcal per 1 takeaway portion (430 g), or 225 kcal per 100 g. That's the fish and a regular portion of chips together.
How many calories in 1 small portion of fish and chips?+
1 small portion (300 g) is roughly 675 kcal with 27.3 g protein, 71.4 g carbs and 33 g fat.
Is fish and chips high in protein?+
It has a fair amount — 1 takeaway portion gives about 39.1 g protein (16% of its calories). Add a lean protein on the side if you're trying to hit a daily protein target.
Is fish and chips good for weight loss?+
Fish and chips is moderate in calories (225 kcal per 100 g). It can fit a weight-loss diet in a normal portion — the key is keeping the serving to around 430 g and watching what you eat alongside it.
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