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Rich in protein and minerals, traditional flavor
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Bread soaked in meat broth (40 g) has 48 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.8 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 40 g
48
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
7.8g
· 3% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
0.8g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 67% · Protein 18% · Fat 15%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 48 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.8 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.16 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 136 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.8 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% |
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 slice (medium) | 40 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 72 kcal |
| 2 slice (double) | 80 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 200 g | 240 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
To make bread soaked in meat broth, pour warm broth over slices gradually and let them absorb it. Serve once softened, before they turn mushy; add more broth only if the bread still feels dry.
Rustic loaves or sturdy white bread work well for bread soaked in meat broth because their crumb absorbs liquid without falling apart immediately. Slightly stale slices are especially useful; very soft fresh bread can become mushy quickly.
Yes, stale bread is a good choice for bread soaked in meat broth because it absorbs the liquid and helps use up leftovers. Avoid bread that is moldy or smells off, and moisten each slice shortly before serving.
Yes, use hot broth for bread soaked in meat broth so it softens the slices evenly. Pour it on a little at a time, since soaking the bread in excess liquid can leave it waterlogged and difficult to serve.
Beef or lamb broth both give bread soaked in meat broth a savory flavor. Use broth that has been strained, and taste it before adding salt, since a heavily salted or fatty broth can overwhelm the bread.
Add broth to bread soaked in meat broth gradually and serve it as soon as the slices soften. Use thicker slices of sturdy bread, and avoid leaving them sitting in a pool of broth before the meal.
Serve bread soaked in meat broth alongside the meat used to make the broth, or with a simple salad or yogurt. Add the broth just before serving so the bread stays tender rather than collapsing on the plate.
Bread soaked in meat broth is a familiar way to use bread and savory cooking liquid, but it does not have one universal recipe or name. Ingredients and serving customs vary between households and regional cuisines.
Refrigerate leftover bread soaked in meat broth promptly in a covered container and aim to eat it the next day. Its texture softens further as it sits, so it is best to store bread and broth separately before combining them.
Yes, make bread soaked in meat broth lighter by choosing lean, well-skimmed broth and using only enough to soften the bread. You can serve a smaller portion alongside vegetables or salad instead of adding extra butter or oil.
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B12
0.07µg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.44mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
136mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2.08µg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
34mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 48 calories in 1 slice (medium) (40 g):
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Bread soaked in meat broth is a simple preparation of sliced or torn bread left to absorb warm broth. It is a practical way to use bread and appears in home cooking across different food traditions, rather than belonging to one clearly defined region.
The bread turns soft and moist, taking on the savoury flavour of the broth. Serve it warm as a side with soup or a meat dish, or enjoy it on its own as a comforting way to use up stale bread. Its carbohydrates come mainly from the bread, while the broth contributes protein and minerals; it provides 5.2 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, keep the portion modest and pair it with vegetables.
Low
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 3
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.