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High-quality protein and vitamin B12 source
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Boiled lamb shank meat (150 g) has 348 calories. That works out to 232 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 47.4 g of protein, 16.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.6 µg of B12 covers 150% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
348
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
47.4g
· 95% DV
Fat
16.2g
· 21% 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 57% · Fat 43%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 348 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.2 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 6.38 g | 32% |
| Trans fat | 0.18 g | |
| Sodium | 93 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 47.4 g | 95% |
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) | 150 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 75 g | 174 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 140 g | 325 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 418 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 225 g | 522 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 280 g | 650 kcal |
Calculated from 232 calories per 100 g.
Cook boiled lamb shank meat gently until the connective tissue softens and the meat pulls away from the bone. Keep the liquid at a low simmer rather than a rolling boil, and allow more cooking time if the shank is still chewy.
Boiled lamb shank meat is usually tough because its collagen has not had enough time to soften. Continue cooking it gently in liquid; high heat alone will not make the meat tender and can leave the outside dry before the connective tissue breaks down.
Reheat boiled lamb shank meat gently in a covered pan with a splash of its cooking liquid. You can also use a covered microwave-safe dish and heat it in short bursts. Avoid prolonged high heat, which can dry out the meat.
Boiled lamb shank meat pairs well with mashed potatoes, roasted root vegetables, or a grain such as rice or couscous. Spoon a little cooking broth over the meat before serving to keep it moist and bring the plate together.
Yes, the broth from boiled lamb shank meat can add flavor to soup, gravy, or grains. Strain it first and skim off excess fat if you prefer a lighter result; taste before adding salt because the broth may already be seasoned.
Boiled lamb shank meat generally keeps for 3–4 days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers rather than leaving them at room temperature, and reheat them until hot throughout before eating.
Yes, boiled lamb shank meat freezes well. Pack it in an airtight container, ideally with some cooking liquid to help prevent it drying out. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it gently before serving.
Dogs can have a small amount of plain boiled lamb shank meat, but remove every bone and avoid salty or seasoned meat. Cooked lamb bones can splinter and cause serious injury, so never give a dog the shank bone.
You can serve boiled lamb shank meat on the bone or pull the meat off before serving. For easier eating, remove the bone and check carefully for small bone fragments, especially when serving the shredded meat to children.
When boiled lamb shank meat falls off the bone, its connective tissue has softened and the meat is very tender. That texture is expected after slow, gentle cooking; if you need neat slices, check the shank before it reaches that stage.
Vitamins
B12
3.6µg · 150% DV
B3
12.15mg · 76% DV
B2
0.38mg · 29% DV
B5
1.02mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Zinc
7.65mg · 70% DV
Phosphorus
327mg · 47% DV
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
477mg · 14% DV
Sodium
93mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Boiled lamb shank meat comes from the lower leg of a lamb, simmered in water or stock until the meat is tender. Slow cooking softens the connective tissue and gives the meat a rich, yielding texture. It is a straightforward preparation used in home cooking across many lamb-eating cuisines, rather than a dish tied to one single region.
Serve it warm with potatoes, vegetables or grains, and save the cooking liquid for soup or a simple sauce. It also works well pulled from the bone and added to a stew. This is a protein-rich meat choice, with 31.6 g of protein per 100 g; removing visible fat and pairing it with vegetables makes for a lighter plate.
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
6.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.87g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 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.