Is grilled fish good for muscle gain?
Yes, as part of a protein-rich meal. One serving (150 g) has 180 kcal and 23 g protein.
180kcal
23 gprotein
0 gcarbs
10 gfat
Why
- 12.5 g protein per 100 kcal (high; chicken breast is about 22, plain rice about 2).
- 180 kcal a serving is 6% of a 2,800 kcal bulking day, and 23 g is 16% of 140 g protein.
- Fat gives 48% of its calories, mostly from the cooking fat, so the recipe matters more than the dish.
The portion to aim for
200 g gives 30 g protein in 239 kcal.
| Portion | kcal | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 121 | 15 g |
| 150 g | 180 | 23 g |
| 200 g | 239 | 30 g |
More protein a serving in grills and eggs
- Tandoori chicken423 kcal · 39 g protein · 2 leg pieces
- Chicken malai tikka305 kcal · 37 g protein · 6 pieces · 150 g
- Chicken tikka243 kcal · 35 g protein · 6 pieces · 150 g
Pair it with
- Whey shake (with water)120 kcal · 24 g protein · 1 scoop
- Whey shake with milk265 kcal · 32 g protein · 1 glass
- Chicken soup105 kcal · 12 g protein · 1 bowl