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Buttered head and trotter soup Calories
Traditional collagen-rich soup enriched with butter
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Buttered head and trotter soup (240 g) has 206 calories. That works out to 86 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 16.3 g of protein, 14.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Buttered head and trotter soup Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
206
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
2.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
16.3g
· 33% DV
Fat
14.6g
· 19% 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 6% · Protein 31% · Fat 63%
Buttered head and trotter soup nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 206 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.6 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 6 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.29 g | |
| Sodium | 768 mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% |
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 Cup of Buttered head and trotter soup?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 13 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 155 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 344 kcal |
| 1 bottle (whole) | 500 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 86 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Buttered head and trotter soup
What is buttered head and trotter soup made from?
Buttered head and trotter soup is made by slowly simmering an animal’s head and feet, then adding the picked meat back to the broth. Turkish versions are commonly made with sheep or veal and finished with butter; garlic, vinegar, or lemon may be served alongside.
How is buttered head and trotter soup different from tripe soup?
Buttered head and trotter soup uses meat and connective tissue from the head and feet, while tripe soup is made from an animal’s stomach lining. The former often has a gelatin-rich broth; tripe soup has the distinctive texture of sliced stomach.
How do you make buttered head and trotter soup at home?
To make buttered head and trotter soup, simmer cleaned head and feet until the meat is tender and comes away easily. Strain the broth, pick off the meat, and return it to the pot; finish with butter, and offer garlic and vinegar at the table.
Why does buttered head and trotter soup turn jelly-like when cold?
Buttered head and trotter soup can set into a jelly-like texture because gelatin from the skin, joints, and connective tissue dissolves into the broth during long cooking. This is a normal result of the ingredients; gentle reheating makes the soup liquid again.
What do you serve with buttered head and trotter soup?
Buttered head and trotter soup is often served with crushed garlic mixed with vinegar, or with lemon on the side. Bread is a common accompaniment, and serving the sharp condiments separately lets each person adjust the rich broth to taste.
Does buttered head and trotter soup contain collagen, and does it help joints?
Buttered head and trotter soup contains gelatin and collagen-derived peptides released from connective tissue during cooking. Eating it has not been shown to treat joint disease or reliably relieve joint pain; collagen is also broken down during digestion.
Can buttered head and trotter soup cure a cold?
No, buttered head and trotter soup cannot cure a cold. A warm bowl can feel soothing and contribute to fluid intake, but there is no established evidence that this particular soup clears an infection or shortens a cold.
Is buttered head and trotter soup a hangover cure?
No, buttered head and trotter soup is not a proven hangover cure. Its broth provides fluid and the meal supplies food, but neither removes alcohol from the body or reverses its effects; time is needed for alcohol to be metabolized.
How long can you keep buttered head and trotter soup in the fridge?
Store buttered head and trotter soup promptly in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within three to four days. Reheat only the portion you need until steaming hot; freeze portions if you want to keep the soup longer.
Why is butter added to buttered head and trotter soup?
Butter is added to buttered head and trotter soup to enrich its flavor and give the broth a fuller, richer finish. Some cooks stir melted butter into the pot, while others drizzle it over individual servings so diners can choose how much they want.
Buttered head and trotter soup Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.01µg · 42% DV
B3
3.36mg · 21% DV
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
Biotin
4.32µg · 14% DV
Minerals
Sodium
768mg · 33% DV
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
139mg · 20% DV
Zinc
2.16mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
228mg · 7% DV
Buttered head and trotter soup Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Buttered head and trotter soup
To burn the 206 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Buttered head and trotter soup?
Buttered head and trotter soup is a traditional Turkish soup made by slowly simmering the head and feet of a sheep or calf, then enriching the broth with butter. The long cooking draws out a savoury, full-bodied flavour and gives the broth a rich, slightly gelatinous texture.
In Turkey it is often enjoyed hot on cold days, as a late-night meal or at iftar. Garlic vinegar, lemon and chilli are common additions, with bread alongside. It provides protein, while the butter contributes much of its fat, so you can keep the bowl lighter by using less butter and adding plenty of lemon.
How Nutritious Is Buttered head and trotter soup?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Buttered head and trotter soup 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 Buttered head and trotter soup Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Buttered head and trotter soup Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Buttered head and trotter soup Fat Profile
SATURATED
6g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.6:1).
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