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Very rich in iron, vitamin B12, and vitamin A
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cumin lamb liver skewer (120 g) has 218 calories. That works out to 182 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 31.3 g of protein, 8.9 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 102 µg of B12 covers 4250% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
218
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
31.3g
· 63% DV
Fat
8.9g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 4% · Protein 58% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 218 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.9 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.64 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 31.3 g | 63% |
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 | 218 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 51 kcal |
| ½ serving (half) | 75 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 164 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 160 g | 291 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 400 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 437 kcal |
Calculated from 182 calories per 100 g.
Cumin lamb liver skewer is nutrient-dense, particularly rich in iron, vitamin B12, and vitamin A. Liver is also unusually high in preformed vitamin A, so it is better as an occasional meal than something to eat frequently or in large portions.
It is generally best to avoid cumin lamb liver skewer during pregnancy because liver can provide excessive preformed vitamin A, which may harm fetal development. Ask your prenatal care provider for guidance on your own diet rather than relying on liver as an iron source.
Cut the liver into evenly sized pieces and grill cumin lamb liver skewer over high heat for a short time. Liver quickly turns dry and chewy if overcooked, so take it off the heat as soon as it is cooked through and serve promptly.
Cumin lamb liver skewer can have a strong, mineral-like taste because lamb liver naturally contains iron-rich tissues. Trimming away membranes and large veins, using fresh cumin, and serving it with lemon or a sharp onion salad can balance that flavor.
You can soak lamb liver in milk before making cumin lamb liver skewer to mellow its strong flavor, but it is optional. Drain and pat the pieces dry before seasoning; wet liver browns poorly on the grill.
To keep cumin lamb liver skewer pieces from slipping off, cut them into similar-sized cubes and thread them snugly onto flat skewers. Leave a little space between pieces so heat can circulate, and turn the skewers gently rather than pressing on the liver.
Cumin is the defining seasoning in cumin lamb liver skewer; salt, black pepper, and a little paprika also work well. Add lemon after grilling rather than relying on a long acidic marinade, which can make the liver's texture less pleasant.
Cumin lamb liver skewer should not be left undercooked in the middle. For organ meats, use a food thermometer and cook the center to at least 71°C (160°F); color alone is not a reliable safety check.
Cumin lamb liver skewer pairs well with grilled vegetables, flatbread, and a crisp salad with onion or parsley. Lemon or a tangy sauce cuts through the liver's rich flavor, while a lighter side keeps the meal from feeling too heavy.
Refrigerate leftover cumin lamb liver skewer promptly in a covered container and eat it within a few days. Reheat it until steaming hot throughout; repeated reheating can dry liver out, so warm only the portion you plan to eat.
Vitamins
B12
102µg · 4250% DV
Vitamin A
8820µg · 980% DV
Biotin
114µg · 380% DV
B2
3.72mg · 286% DV
Minerals
Copper
9.12mg · 1013% DV
Selenium
47µg · 85% DV
Iron
13mg · 72% DV
Phosphorus
432mg · 62% DV
Potassium ⭐
366mg · 11% DV
Sodium
98mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cumin lamb liver skewer is made by cutting lamb liver into bite-sized pieces, seasoning it with cumin and cooking it on skewers over a grill or charcoal. It draws on the Turkish tradition of serving grilled offal, with seasoning and cooking style varying from one cook or region to another.
The skewers are best served hot, with a lightly charred exterior and a tender centre. In Turkey they may come with sumac-dressed onions, parsley, grilled peppers and flatbread; a fresh salad also makes a good accompaniment. Liver is rich in protein, iron, vitamin B12 and vitamin A; it provides 26.1 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, pair a modest portion with plenty of salad and go easy on the bread and added fat.
Very 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.