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Organ meat; high in protein, very low in carbs, rich in B12 and iron
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Beef lung has 92 calories. It contains 0 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 16.5 µg of B12 covers 688% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
92
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
16.2g
· 32% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 74% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 92 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 37 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 69 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 92 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 160 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 220 g | 202 kcal |
Calculated from 92 calories per 100 g.
Yes, beef lung is edible and is eaten as offal in a number of cuisines. Buy it from a reliable source, keep it cold, clean it carefully, and cook it thoroughly rather than eating it raw or undercooked.
Beef lung is often simmered until tender, then chopped and fried with onions or seasoning. Simmering first helps soften its spongy texture; finish it in a pan without cooking it so long that it dries out.
Rinse beef lung under cold running water, remove visible clots and membranes, and trim away the windpipe if it is still attached. Cut the lung into manageable pieces, then wash hands, utensils, and surfaces that touched it.
Beef lung has a mild but distinct offal flavor and a spongier texture than beef liver. Browning it with onions and seasonings can balance the flavor, while simmering it first helps make the texture more tender.
Boiling beef lung before frying is a common and useful approach, though recipes can vary. Simmer it until tender, drain and chop it, then brown it in a pan; this makes it easier to cook evenly.
Beef lung can turn tough or rubbery when it is not cooked long enough to soften or is fried until dry. Cut it into even pieces, simmer it first, and keep the final frying stage brief.
Use raw beef lung within 1–2 days of refrigerating it, and keep cooked beef lung covered and refrigerated for about 3–4 days. Store raw and cooked meat separately, and do not leave either at room temperature for long.
Yes, beef lung freezes well when wrapped tightly or sealed in an airtight freezer bag. Thaw it in the refrigerator before cooking, and do not refreeze it after thawing; cooked portions can also be frozen for later meals.
Yes, dogs can eat fully cooked, plain beef lung in small pieces as an occasional treat. Avoid seasoning, onion, and garlic, and introduce it gradually; a dog with a medical condition or a prescribed diet may need individual advice.
No, beef lung should not be eaten raw. Raw offal can carry harmful bacteria, so cook it thoroughly and clean any knife, board, or surface that contacted the uncooked lung to prevent cross-contamination.
Vitamins
B12
16.5µg · 688% DV
B3
4.8mg · 30% DV
Vitamin C
24mg · 27% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Iron
8.1mg · 45% DV
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Zinc
1.7mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
290mg · 9% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Beef lung is an edible organ from cattle, used in different traditional cuisines around the world. It is usually cleaned and cooked thoroughly, often simmered before being chopped for a stew or sauté. Its texture can be soft yet slightly spongy, with a distinctive, earthy offal flavour.
It provides protein with very little fat and no carbohydrates; a 100 g serving has 16.2 g of protein. Depending on the cuisine, it pairs well with onions, herbs, spices and hearty sides such as potatoes or bread. Simmering it until tender before finishing it in a pan can make it easier to prepare and serve.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.