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Beef, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised
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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 | 1.9 MG | 2% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 16% | |
| Riboflavin | 3.4 MG | 263% | |
| Niacin | 17.5 MG | 110% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 7.1 MG | 142% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 1.0 MG | 60% | |
| Folate, total | 253 UG | 63% | |
| Choline, total | 426 MG | 77% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 70.6 UG | 2941% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 9,442 UG | 1049% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.5 MG | 3% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.2 UG | 6% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.3 UG | 3% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 6 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 6.5 MG | 36% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 21 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 497 MG | 40% | |
| Potassium, K | 352 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 79 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 5.3 MG | 48% | |
| Copper, Cu | 14.3 MG | 1587% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.4 MG | 15% | |
| Selenium, Se | 36.1 UG | 66% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 29.1g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (36% DV).
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (40% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (48% DV).
- Rich source of Copper, Cu (1587% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (66% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Beef, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised
Braised beef liver is among the most nutritionally dense foods you can eat. The protein is high, the fat is low, and the small carbohydrate presence comes from glycogen stored in the liver. What the macros alone cannot capture is the extraordinary micronutrient load: liver is exceptionally high in vitamin A, B12, iron, copper, and folate. The flavor is strong, mineral, and distinctly organ-like. Braising mellows it somewhat compared to pan-frying. Onions, bacon, and acidic sauces are classic accompaniments for a reason.
Dietary Information
Beef, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised is considered high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Beef, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised include Vitamin B-12 (2941% DV) , Copper, Cu (1587% DV) , Vitamin A, RAE (1049% DV) , Riboflavin (263% DV) , and Pantothenic acid (142% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 191 calories per 100 grams, Beef, variety meats and by-products, liver, cooked, braised gets 61% of its calories from protein, 11% from carbohydrates, and 25% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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