EatBetterEatBetter
Foods ▾
Ready & Packaged FoodsVegetables & LegumesDesserts & ConfectioneryMeat & ProteinGrains & BakeryBeveragesMilk & DairyNatural & Other Foods

Ready & Packaged Foods

All →
Fast Food & RestaurantBurgers · Pizza · Doner & Wrap · Fried Sides · Restaurant Menu Items

Explore foods by category, subcategory or brand

CompareBrands
Tools ▾

Calorie Calculator

Work out your daily calorie needs

BMI Calculator

Body mass index from your height and weight

Food GuideCompareBlog
TR
Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play
Pale ivory sheep bones with irregular edges, some showing dark hollow openings and surrounded by tender-looking gray-brown meat and glossy gelatin, arranged on a plate.
●Low GI

Boiled sheep bone Calories

Animal-based food with limited edible portion, notable for marrow and mineral content

CALORIES · 100 G

143kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

110mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Boiled sheep bone (80 g) has 114 calories. That works out to 143 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 10 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.9 µg of B12 covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Boiled sheep bone Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g

114

KCAL / 80G

Carbs

0g

· 0% DV

Protein

4.8g

· 10% DV

Fat

10g

· 13% 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 18% · Fat 82%

Boiled sheep bone nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories114 kcal
Total fat10 g13%
Saturated fat3.68 g18%
Trans fat0.1 g
Sodium58 mg3%
Total carbohydrate0 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein4.8 g10%

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.

EatBetter

Log this food in EatBetter

100,000+ people use it

  • Get your daily calorie target
  • Snap your meal, log it in seconds
  • See every vitamin and mineral
QR code to get the EatBetter app

📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

The EatBetter app recognising potatoes, broccoli and salmon on a plate

How Many Calories in 1 Medium Boiled sheep bone?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)80 g114 kcal
1 piece (small)40 g57 kcal
½ piece (half)40 g57 kcal
1 serving (small)60 g86 kcal
100 g100 g143 kcal
1 serving (medium)120 g172 kcal
1 piece (large)140 g200 kcal
1 serving (large)180 g257 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)220 g315 kcal

Calculated from 143 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Boiled sheep bone

Can you eat Boiled sheep bone?

You generally do not eat the bone itself, but you can scoop out and eat the marrow. Avoid chewing or swallowing cooked bone fragments: they can splinter and cause choking or injury.

How do you make broth from Boiled sheep bone?

Simmer Boiled sheep bone gently in water to draw out its flavor and marrow, skimming foam from the surface. Add vegetables or aromatics if you like, then strain the broth carefully to remove bone fragments.

Why does broth made with Boiled sheep bone turn gelatinous?

Broth made with Boiled sheep bone can set when chilled because collagen released from connective tissue turns into gelatin. This texture is normal; warming the broth makes it liquid again.

How do you get marrow out of Boiled sheep bone?

Scoop the marrow from Boiled sheep bone with a small spoon once the bone is cool enough to handle. Use tongs to hold it steady, and check the marrow for tiny bone chips before serving.

How should you store broth made from Boiled sheep bone?

Cool broth made from Boiled sheep bone promptly, transfer it to a covered container, and refrigerate it. Reheat only the portion you need, and discard it if it develops an off smell or unusual appearance.

Can you freeze broth made from Boiled sheep bone?

Yes, broth made from Boiled sheep bone freezes well. Strain it first, portion it into freezer-safe containers with room for expansion, and thaw only what you plan to use.

Can dogs eat Boiled sheep bone?

No, do not give dogs Boiled sheep bone. Cooked bones can splinter and cause choking or internal injuries; even large bones should not be offered as a chew.

Should you rinse Boiled sheep bone before cooking it?

Yes, rinse Boiled sheep bone under cool running water to remove loose debris. For a cleaner-tasting broth, some cooks briefly boil the bones, discard that water, and then start the broth with fresh water.

What part of Boiled sheep bone contains the marrow?

Marrow is inside the hollow spaces of Boiled sheep bone, especially in larger, cut bone sections. A whole or narrow bone may offer little accessible marrow, so use a spoon rather than biting into it.

How can you reduce the strong smell of Boiled sheep bone broth?

To reduce the strong smell from Boiled sheep bone, skim the foam and excess surface fat as the broth simmers. Onion, bay leaf, or peppercorns can add aroma, but avoid a vigorous boil, which can make the broth taste harsher.

Boiled sheep bone Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.88µg · 37% DV

B2

0.1mg · 8% DV

B3

0.96mg · 6% DV

B5

0.28mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Zinc

1.44mg · 13% DV

Selenium

6µg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

76mg · 11% DV

Copper

0.06mg · 7% DV

Potassium ⭐

88mg · 3% DV

Sodium

58mg · 3% DV

Boiled sheep bone Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

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

How to Burn Off Boiled sheep bone

To burn the 114 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 g):

🚶

28min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

12min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

16min

Cycling

🏊

13min

Swimming

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

What is Boiled sheep bone?

Boiled sheep bone is prepared by simmering a sheep bone in water; a little meat may remain on it, and the marrow inside can be eaten. It is generally used to enrich broth or soup rather than served as a substantial meat portion. Once cooked, the marrow can be scooped out and spread on bread, while the cooking liquid can be used in soups or grains.

The flavour is savoury and broth-like, with marrow adding a rich, fatty texture. There is relatively little edible material compared with the bone, and its nutrition comes largely from marrow and fat: per 100 g, it provides 143 calories and 12.5 g of fat. For a lighter broth, chill it and skim off the fat that collects on top; take care when handling the hot bone.

How Nutritious Is Boiled sheep bone?

Nutrient density

Low

34/ 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

35/ 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 Boiled sheep bone 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 Boiled sheep bone 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 Boiled sheep bone Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Boiled sheep bone Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.68g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.32g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.4g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).

Compare Boiled sheep bone

🦴vs🥩
Boiled sheep bone vs Ground Beef107 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🦴vs🍢
Boiled sheep bone vs Chicken Skewer3 kcal more per 100 g
→
🦴vs🥩
Boiled sheep bone vs Sauteed Lamb87 kcal fewer per 100 g
→
🦴vs🍗
Boiled sheep bone vs Smoked Turkey33 kcal more per 100 g
→

Foods Similar to Boiled sheep bone

🥩

Ground Beef

250 kcal

🍢

Chicken Skewer

140 kcal

🥩

Sauteed Lamb

230 kcal

🍗

Smoked Turkey

110 kcal

🥩

Beef Kavurma

230 kcal

🍆🍖

Meatballs with Eggplant Purée

155 kcal

🥩

Beef Cubed

250 kcal

🍗

Chicken (Sauteed)

165 kcal

Have another question about Boiled sheep bone?

Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.

EatBetter

Scan calories with your camera

Instant AI nutrition analysis

App StoreGoogle Play

Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.