{"data":{"name":"Fish preparation, quekiam","slug":"fish-preparation-quekiam","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Kikyam"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Quekiam is a fish-based dish (fish preparation) where fish is cooked with seasonings and served as a flavorful protein meal.","common_uses_philippines":["Tinapang isda","Sinigang na isda","Daing na bangus","Paksiw na isda","Grilled fish","Fish sinigang"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":129,"protein_g":4.2,"fat_g":2.1,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":23.4,"fiber_g":null,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":null,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":60,"iron_mg":1.4,"phosphorus_mg":34,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":80,"total_ash_g":2,"vitamin_a_ug":80,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.03,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.3,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":68.3},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":8.18,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"With about 129 kcal per 100g, it can fit well as part of your daily meals\u2014especially when you need a steady source of protein for muscle repair and satiety. It has low total fat (2.1g), which helps keep the meal lighter, but it also has carbohydrates (23.4g), so it\u2019s best to pair it with non-starchy vegetables and control the portion if you\u2019re also eating rice or noodles in the same meal. If the dish is salty (common with fish preparations), balancing it with water-rich veggies and not overdoing the serving can help keep your overall intake comfortable for the day.","healthier_tips":["Serve with 1\u20132 cups of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, cabbage, kangkong) to add fiber and volume.","If you\u2019ll have rice, start with 1\/2\u20131 cup cooked rice and adjust based on your appetite and activity.","Watch the sauce: choose less salty options or ask for extra veggies instead of extra sauce.","For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1\u20132 snacks), use this as your protein for lunch or dinner, and keep snacks lighter (fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions).","Balance your plate: aim for half veggies, a quarter protein (like quekiam), and a quarter carbs."]},"data_quality":{"source":"DOST-FNRI Philippine Food Composition Tables","source_code":"ph_fct","daily_values_reference":"RENI 2002","notes":["Values are estimates per 100g edible portion.","Actual nutrients may vary by preparation and variety."]},"links":{"self":"https:\/\/api.juanutrisyon.info\/api\/foods\/fish-preparation-quekiam?agent=true"}}}