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Collagen-rich, very low-carb boiled calf trotter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Boiled calf trotter (120 g) has 180 calories. That works out to 150 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 27.6 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.4 µg of B12 covers 60% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
180
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
27.6g
· 55% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% 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 63% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 102 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% |
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 piece (medium) | 120 g | 180 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 120 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 150 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 225 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 375 kcal |
Calculated from 150 calories per 100 g.
To make boiled calf trotter, clean it thoroughly, cover it with water, and simmer until the meat and connective tissue soften. A pressure cooker speeds up the process; in a regular pot, cook until the meat separates easily from the bone.
Broth from boiled calf trotter can set like jelly when chilled because gelatin from the skin and connective tissue dissolves into the cooking liquid. This is normal; reheating the broth makes it liquid again.
Rinse calf trotters thoroughly and inspect the skin for dirt or remaining hair before cooking. Remove any hair carefully and clean the feet well; this helps produce a cleaner-tasting broth and a more pleasant finished dish.
Boiled calf trotter is usually served hot, with the tender meat and soft tissue eaten around the bone. Garlic vinegar, lemon, or a sharp sauce can balance its rich texture; serve it with bread or a simple salad.
To reduce the smell of boiled calf trotter, clean it well and discard the first water after it reaches a boil, then continue cooking in fresh water. Onion, bay leaf, or peppercorns can also give the broth a milder aroma.
Yes, boiled calf trotter can be frozen once cooled. Pack individual portions in airtight containers, thaw them in the refrigerator, and reheat until thoroughly hot before serving.
Keep boiled calf trotter covered in the refrigerator after cooling it promptly, and use it within a few days. Discard it if it develops an off smell, an unusual color, or a slimy surface.
No, boiled calf trotter comes from a young cow, while pork trotters come from a pig. Both are collagen-rich cuts that are often slow-cooked, but their flavor and the meat’s source are different.
No, eating boiled calf trotter is not a proven treatment for joint pain. Its collagen does not replace medical care or reliably treat joint conditions; persistent pain should be assessed by a healthcare professional.
Yes, boiled calf trotter can be served in soup or used to make a rich broth. Simmer it with aromatics, then remove the bones and add the tender meat back to the broth before serving.
Vitamins
B12
1.44µg · 60% DV
B3
2.88mg · 18% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B5
0.54mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Zinc
2.52mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
144mg · 21% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
Sodium
102mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Boiled calf trotter is made by simmering a calf’s foot until the meat and skin become tender and the connective tissue softens. In its Turkish context, it is often served as paça, a rich broth-based dish; the cooking liquid can turn gelatinous as it cools.
The flavour is savoury and meaty, while the texture ranges from soft meat to pleasantly gelatinous skin. It is commonly served hot with garlic, vinegar or lemon, either as soup or alongside bread. It is protein-rich, with 23 g of protein per 100 g, and contains no carbohydrates. For a lighter bowl, skim the fat from the broth and add plenty of lemon.
Medium
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
2.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.