Emu, oyster, 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 | 23% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.5 MG | 35% | |
| Niacin | 7.5 MG | 47% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 2.7 MG | 55% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.6 MG | 38% | |
| Folate, total | 13 UG | 3% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 6.8 UG | 282% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 2% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 4 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 5.5 MG | 31% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 30 MG | 7% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 217 MG | 17% | |
| Potassium, K | 250 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 150 MG | 7% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 6 MG | 55% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.2 MG | 22% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 29.8 UG | 54% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Excellent source of protein with 22.8g per 100g, great for muscle building and recovery.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (31% DV).
- Rich source of Zinc, Zn (55% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Copper, Cu (22% DV).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (54% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Thiamin (23% DV).
About Emu, oyster, raw
Emu oyster is a small, rounded muscle nestled near the hip socket, analogous to the prized oyster cut found in poultry and pork. In emu, this muscle is slightly higher in fat than the drum cuts, though still very lean by red meat standards. Protein is high and carbohydrates are absent. The oyster tends to be more tender than the larger leg muscles because it does less locomotor work. It is a specialty cut not widely sold outside farms or emu-focused butchers, but those who seek it out often favor it for its tenderness and concentrated flavor compared to the leaner drum cuts.
Dietary Information
Emu, oyster, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, high-protein, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Emu, oyster, raw include Vitamin B-12 (282% DV) , Zinc, Zn (55% DV) , Pantothenic acid (55% DV) , Selenium, Se (54% DV) , and Niacin (47% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 141 calories per 100 grams, Emu, oyster, raw gets 65% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 31% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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