Emu, outside drum, raw
* 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.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.3 MG | 22% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.4 MG | 34% | |
| Niacin | 7.2 MG | 45% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.5 MG | 50% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.7 MG | 40% | |
| Folate, total | 7 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 6.9 UG | 288% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 3 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 4.5 MG | 25% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 29 MG | 7% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 225 MG | 18% | |
| Potassium, K | 320 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 100 MG | 4% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 4.5 MG | 41% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 22% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 36.3 UG | 66% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Low in calories with 103 kcal per 100g.
- Excellent source of protein with 23.1g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Very low in fat (0.5g per 100g).
- Good source of Iron, Fe (25% DV).
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (41% DV).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (22% DV).
About Emu, outside drum, raw
Outside drum emu, raw, is arguably the leanest of the emu cuts, with fat content so low it is nearly negligible and a strong protein contribution relative to overall weight. Like the inside drum, it comes from the large leg muscles of the bird and is sold as a separate, butcher-separated cut. The meat is very dark red, visually similar to beef round. Because almost no intramuscular fat is present, careful preparation matters: quick searing, thin slicing, or long braise in liquid are the best approaches to keep it from becoming tough. A remarkably clean protein source for specialized diets.
Dietary Information
Emu, outside drum, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, low-fat, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Emu, outside drum, raw include Vitamin B-12 (288% DV) , Selenium, Se (66% DV) , Pantothenic acid (50% DV) , Niacin (45% DV) , and Zinc, Zn (41% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 103 calories per 100 grams, Emu, outside drum, raw gets 90% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 4% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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