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Beef, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, cooked, simmered
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 13% | |
| Riboflavin | 3.0 MG | 228% | |
| Niacin | 3.9 MG | 25% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.6 MG | 31% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.4 MG | 23% | |
| Folate, total | 83 UG | 21% | |
| Choline, total | 513.2 MG | 93% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 24.9 UG | 1038% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.1 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.1 UG | 6% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 19 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 5.8 MG | 32% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 12 MG | 3% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 304 MG | 24% | |
| Potassium, K | 135 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 94 MG | 4% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.8 MG | 26% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.6 MG | 63% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 8% | |
| Selenium, Se | 168 UG | 305% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 27.3g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (32% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (24% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (26% DV).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (63% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (305% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Beef, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, cooked, simmered
Beef kidney simmered until cooked loses moisture and concentrates both protein and the fat that was already quite low in the raw state. The result is a very lean, very high-protein organ meat with a firm texture. Its strong mineral flavor intensifies with cooking, so classic preparations pair it with acidic or rich sauces to balance that edge.
Dietary Information
Beef, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, cooked, simmered is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Beef, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, cooked, simmered include Vitamin B-12 (1038% DV) , Selenium, Se (305% DV) , Riboflavin (228% DV) , Choline, total (93% DV) , and Copper, Cu (63% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 158 calories per 100 grams, Beef, variety meats and by-products, kidneys, cooked, simmered gets 69% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 26% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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