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Boal is a fish, described here in its raw form using data from literature sources for fish imported frozen from Bangladesh. It mainly provides protein, with 15g per 100g, alongside 2.7g of fat and 362 kJ of energy. It also supplies vitamins and minerals, including 5µg of vitamin B12 per 100g.

Protein is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues. Vitamin B12 supports normal nerve function and the formation of red blood cells. Boal also contains phosphorus, which contributes to the structure of bones and teeth. These figures describe the raw fish; cooking and added ingredients can change its nutritional composition. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.

Nutrition per 100g

Nutrient

Per 100g

Energy

86 kcal

Energy

362 kJ

Fat

2.7g

Carbohydrate

0g

of which sugars

0g

Protein

15g

Water

73g

Vitamins and minerals per 100g

Nutrient

Per 100g

Vitamin C

Trace

Niacin (B3)

1mg

Vitamin B12

5µg

Calcium

83mg

Iron

0.8mg

Phosphorus

490mg

Potassium

250mg

Zinc

0.7mg

Copper

0.05mg

About these figures

Values are per 100g of the food as described (Literature sources. Imported frozen from Bangladesh). "Trace" means only a very small amount was found. Nutrients that were not measured are not shown. Salt is calculated from sodium.

Further reading and references

  • Public Health England. McCance and Widdowson's The Composition of Foods Integrated Dataset 2021. GOV.UK.

Article history

The information on this page is written and peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.
  • 3 Nov 2026 | Latest version
  • 3 Nov 2026 | Originally published