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Dark, glossy broth surrounds irregular skin-on trotter pieces with exposed bone, their surfaces deep brown to nearly black, served in a bowl.
●Low GI
💪High Protein

Black trotter stew Calories

Slow-cooked trotter stew rich in collagen and gelatin

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

142kcal

GI

5low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

185mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 bottle (medium) of Black trotter stew (250 g) has 355 calories. That works out to 142 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.8 g of carbs, 42 g of protein, 18.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.8 µg of B12 covers 73% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Black trotter stew Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 250 g

355

KCAL / 250G

Carbs

4.8g

· 2% DV

Protein

42g

· 84% DV

Fat

18.5g

· 24% 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 5% · Protein 47% · Fat 48%

Black trotter stew nutrition facts table · 1 bottle (medium) (250 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories355 kcal
Total fat18.5 g24%
Saturated fat6.25 g31%
Trans fat0.1 g
Sodium725 mg32%
Total carbohydrate4.8 g2%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein42 g84%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Bottle of Black trotter stew?

ServingAmountCalories
1 bottle (medium)250 g355 kcal
1 piece (small)90 g128 kcal
100 g100 g142 kcal
1 cup (small)180 g256 kcal
2 piece (medium)180 g256 kcal
1 cup (medium)250 g355 kcal
1 serving (large)320 g454 kcal
1 serving (extra large)400 g568 kcal

Calculated from 142 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Black trotter stew

What is black trotter stew made from?

Black trotter stew is a slow-cooked dish made from animal feet, whose connective tissue gives the broth a gelatinous texture. Recipes may use sheep, goat or calf trotters, and ingredients and serving styles vary by region.

How do you cook black trotter stew?

Black trotter stew is made by simmering thoroughly cleaned trotters in water until the meat softens and separates from the bones. The cooking liquid forms the stew’s gelatin-rich base; garlic, vinegar or lemon can be added when serving.

Is black trotter stew made with pork?

Not necessarily. Turkish paça is commonly prepared with sheep, goat or calf feet, while recipes elsewhere may use pork trotters. The name alone does not identify the animal, so ask the cook or check the recipe if the meat type matters.

Why does black trotter stew turn jelly-like when cold?

Black trotter stew sets because gelatin released from the trotters thickens the cooking liquid as it cools. This is a normal result of slow cooking, not a sign that the stew has spoiled; reheating makes the gelatin melt again.

How is black trotter stew different from head-and-foot soup?

Black trotter stew is centered on the feet, while head-and-foot soup can also include meat and other parts from the animal’s head. Recipes differ, but the extra head meat gives the latter a different mix of textures.

How do you clean trotters for black trotter stew?

Clean the trotters thoroughly before making black trotter stew: remove visible dirt or hair, rinse them well, and follow the butcher’s preparation instructions. Some cooks discard the first boiling water before adding fresh water for the long cooking.

What is traditionally served with black trotter stew?

Black trotter stew is served hot, often with garlic vinegar or lemon available to add at the table. Bread is a practical accompaniment for the rich broth. Adding the sharp seasonings individually lets everyone adjust the flavor.

Can you make black trotter stew in a pressure cooker?

Yes, a pressure cooker can cook black trotter stew faster than a conventional pot. Use cleaned trotters and enough water, then check after cooking that the meat separates easily from the bones; continue cooking if it is still firm.

How long does black trotter stew keep in the refrigerator?

Black trotter stew keeps for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator when cooled promptly after cooking. Reheat only the portion you need, and freeze extra portions rather than repeatedly warming and cooling the whole batch.

Does the collagen in black trotter stew repair joints?

No, eating black trotter stew is not a proven way to repair joints or treat joint disease. Its collagen becomes gelatin during cooking, contributing to the stew’s texture, but that does not establish a treatment effect.

Black trotter stew Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

1.75µg · 73% DV

B3

5.25mg · 33% DV

B5

1.05mg · 21% DV

Biotin

6.25µg · 21% DV

Minerals

Selenium

24µg · 44% DV

Zinc

4.25mg · 39% DV

Phosphorus

270mg · 39% DV

Sodium

725mg · 32% DV

Potassium ⭐

463mg · 14% DV

Black trotter stew Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

5
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.3
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Black trotter stew

To burn the 355 calories in 1 bottle (medium) (250 g):

🚶

88min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

36min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

48min

Cycling

🏊

41min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Black trotter stew?

Black trotter stew is a Turkish-style dish made by simmering animal feet slowly until the meat softens and the broth turns rich and gelatinous. The long cooking draws out the connective tissue, giving the stew its characteristic body rather than a light, clear soup.

It is served hot, often with garlic and vinegar or lemon, and bread for dipping; chilli can be added at the table. This is a protein-forward, filling dish, with 16.8 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, take a smaller bowl and pair it with a crisp salad, or keep the bread and richer additions modest.

How Nutritious Is Black trotter stew?

Nutrient density

Medium

54/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

51/ 100

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.

Is Black trotter stew Processed?

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.

Does Black trotter stew Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Black trotter stew Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Black trotter stew Fat Profile

SATURATED

6.25g

MONOUNSATURATED

7.75g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.25g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.