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What is Flying Fish Roe?

Tobiko, or flying fish roe, are eggs from the flying fish. They are popular due to their tiny size, less than 1mm. They have a texture that is crunchy and firm and a flavor that is salty and almost smoky. The color of tobiko is achieved by dying the naturally orange fish eggs with black squid ink or other methods for the green variety. Tobiko is used across Japan and can be found as a garnish on sushi rolls.

What does Flying Fish Roe Taste Like?

Salty

Salty is one of the five main tastes. It has a satisfying and addictive quality with hints of sourness. Salty foods include cheeses, cured meats, chips, and olives. It is used in almost every dish and prepared food. Salt is added to enhance flavor and offer a distinctly salty taste.

Umami

Umami is one of five main tastes. It is savory with a depth of flavor. Umami is a taste in many foods, including meat, seafood, beans, and nuts. It is both naturally occurring and created through the specific use of ingredients to create a satisfying taste. Umami is characteristic of proteins and savory dishes.

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Flying Fish Roe Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon14g

Tablespoon Flying Fish Roe

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	20kcal	1%
Fats	1g	1%
Sat. fats	0g	0%
Mono. Fats	0g	0%
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	0g	0%
Sugars	0g	0%
Fiber	0g	0%
Proteins	3g	4%
Cholesterol	52mg	17%
Sodium	13mg	1%

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Unhealthy Level

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Flying Fish Roe?

1 Tablespoon of Flying Fish Roe contains 3 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Flying Fish Roe?

1 Tablespoon of Flying Fish Roe contains 0 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Flying Fish Roe?

1 Tablespoon of Flying Fish Roe contains 1 g of fat.

How much sugar is in Flying Fish Roe?

1 Tablespoon of Flying Fish Roe contains 0 g of sugar.

How many calories are in 1 Tablespoon of Flying Fish Roe?

There are 20 calories in 1 Tablespoon of Flying Fish Roe.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Flying Fish Roe?

There are 41 calories in 1 oz of Flying Fish Roe.

How many calories are in 1 Can (solids and liquids) of Flying Fish Roe?

There are 325 calories in 1 Can (solids and liquids) of Flying Fish Roe.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Flying Fish Roe?

There are 649 calories in 1 pound of Flying Fish Roe.

How many calories are in 1 Cup of Flying Fish Roe?

There are 366 calories in 1 Cup of Flying Fish Roe.