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Beef, variety meats and by-products, thymus, 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 | 30.2 MG | 34% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.2 MG | 17% | |
| Niacin | 1.8 MG | 12% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.0 MG | 39% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 1 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.5 UG | 63% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 10 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.5 MG | 8% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 10 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 364 MG | 29% | |
| Potassium, K | 433 MG | 9% | |
| Sodium, Na | 116 MG | 5% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.2 MG | 20% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.0 MG | 5% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Selenium, Se | 21.6 UG | 39% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 21.9g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Phosphorus, P (29% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (20% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (39% DV).
- Good source of Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (34% DV).
- Good source of Pantothenic acid (39% DV).
About Beef, variety meats and by-products, thymus, cooked, braised
Braised beef thymus concentrates both protein and fat compared to the raw form, as moisture cooks off and the texture becomes fully cooked through. The fat is still substantial, and carbohydrates remain absent. Long, slow braising is the preferred method for sweetbreads in most professional kitchens, producing a tender interior that can then be finished in a pan for a crispy exterior. The flavor intensifies slightly with cooking but stays relatively mild. This is an organ meat with genuine culinary tradition behind it rather than a novelty.
Dietary Information
Beef, variety meats and by-products, thymus, cooked, braised 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, thymus, cooked, braised include Vitamin B-12 (63% DV) , Selenium, Se (39% DV) , Pantothenic acid (39% DV) , Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid (34% DV) , and Phosphorus, P (29% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 319 calories per 100 grams, Beef, variety meats and by-products, thymus, cooked, braised gets 27% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 70% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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