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Whelk
Calories & nutrition facts
unspecified, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 137 kcal —
- Protein 24 g 48%
- Carbohydrate 7.8 g 3%
- Fat 0.4 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 206 mg 9%
- Cholesterol 65 mg 22%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 26 µg 3%
- Vitamin C 4 mg 4%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.13 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 0.1 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.03 mg 2%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.11 mg 8%
- Niacin (B3) 1.1 mg 7%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.21 mg 4%
- Vitamin B6 0.34 mg 20%
- Folate (B9) 6 µg 2%
- Vitamin B12 9.1 µg 378%
- Choline 65 mg 12%
Minerals
- Calcium 57 mg 4%
- Iron 5 mg 28%
- Magnesium 86 mg 20%
- Phosphorus 141 mg 11%
- Potassium 347 mg 7%
- Zinc 1.6 mg 15%
- Copper 1 mg 114%
- Manganese 0.45 mg 19%
- Selenium 44.8 µg 81%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 137 | 24 g | 7.8 g | 0.4 g |
| 1 × oz | 85 g | 116 | 20 g | 6.6 g | 0.3 g |
| 2 × oz | 170 g | 233 | 41 g | 13 g | 0.7 g |
| ½ × oz | 42.5 g | 58 | 10 g | 3.3 g | 0.2 g |
| 3 × oz | 255 g | 349 | 61 g | 20 g | 1 g |
| 4 × oz | 340 g | 466 | 81 g | 26 g | 1.4 g |
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Questions about Whelk
How do you cook fresh whelks?
Rinse them well, then simmer in salted water for about 15–20 minutes, until the meat comes away from the shell easily. Avoid a fierce boil, which can make the meat tough.
How do you get whelk meat out of its shell?
After cooking, hook the meat out with a small fork or cocktail stick. Pull off the dark, firm tip at the end of the meat and discard it; rinse away any grit.
Can you eat whelks raw?
It is safest to cook whelks thoroughly rather than eat them raw. Buy them from a reliable source, keep them chilled, and discard any that smell sour or unpleasant.
How should you store fresh whelks?
Keep live whelks in a breathable container in the fridge, covered with a damp cloth, and cook them promptly. Once cooked, refrigerate the meat in a sealed container and eat within two days.
What do you serve with whelks?
Cooked whelks are often served cold with vinegar or a sharp, peppery sauce. They also work in seafood salads, or tossed briefly with garlic, parsley and butter.
Are whelks the same as winkles?
No. Both are edible sea snails, but whelks are generally larger and have a more substantial, chewy bite; winkles are small and commonly eaten picked from their shells.
Are whelks high in protein?
Yes. A typical 85 g portion provides 20 g of protein.
Which nutrients stand out in whelks?
Whelks are a source of iron and zinc, and are particularly rich in copper and selenium. An 85 g portion also provides 7.7 µg of vitamin B12.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 171983 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
