This Fish Contains The Highest Amount Of Protein

There are so many reasons why fish is continually celebrated as a best-in-class meal option for our overall dietary health. As one of the top-recommended staples in our diets, fish is loaded with nutrient-dense sources of both micro and macronutrients to help fuel our day.

From a macro-level, fish contains one of the highest sources of omega-3 fatty acids, which can result in a lower risk of heart disease, according to the Mayo Clinic. Contributing to its macro-nutrient profile, one of the most surprising facts is that it is also one of the best sources of lean protein. Some fish options contain higher protein levels than popular meat sources like chicken (via Men's Health).

While not all fish are considered equal when measuring protein levels, which fish in the sea contains the highest amount of protein per gram? Believe it or not, this high-protein fish could be sitting in your pantry at this very moment.

Yellowtail is one of the most popular fish worldwide. In 2020 alone, 137 thousand tons of yellowtail were sourced from Japan alone, according to Statista. A popular menu item at your favorite sushi or omakase restaurant to an upscale fish lunch sandwich, yellowtail is versatile and delicious. But did you know it was protein-packed too? According to Men's Health, a 4-ounce piece of yellowtail contains 34 grams of protein, whereas the same size chicken breast contains only 26 grams.

So what are other ways to incorporate more yellowtail into your diet than dining at expensive Japanese restaurants or living out of your pantry? There are plenty of ways to prepare and cook a piece of yellowtail. Available at your local grocery store or fish monger, yellowtail filets can be prepared as steaks or dressed up with your favorite marinade for a seasoned grill, or eaten raw like this yellowtail ceviche with jalapeño and yuzu juice.