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Very high energy, saturated fat, low protein, contains some vitamins and minerals
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fried internal fat (40 g) has 328 calories. That works out to 820 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 35.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
328
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
35.6g
· 46% 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 1% · Fat 99%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 328 kcal | |
| Total fat | 35.6 g | 46% |
| Saturated fat | 15.2 g | 76% |
| Trans fat | 0.8 g | |
| Sodium | 8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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) | 40 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 164 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 574 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 656 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 80 g | 656 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 820 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 984 kcal |
Calculated from 820 calories per 100 g.
Fried internal fat is fat from around an animal’s internal organs that has been cooked, often until some of it melts and the remaining pieces brown. It is commonly made from beef or sheep fat, but the source can vary.
No. Fried internal fat describes fat by where it comes from and how it is cooked. Lard is rendered pig fat, while tallow usually refers to rendered beef or mutton fat; either may be made from different fat tissues.
Cut the internal fat into small pieces and cook it slowly over low heat, stirring occasionally. Once the fat has rendered and the pieces are browned, remove it from the heat; strain the liquid fat or keep the browned pieces for cooking.
Fried internal fat can add a rich, savory flavor to meat dishes, pilafs, and some fillings or doughs. Its strong taste can dominate delicate recipes, so cooks often use a small amount rather than treating it like a neutral cooking oil.
Yes, fried internal fat can be eaten on its own, particularly when it includes browned pieces. It is rich and has a pronounced animal-fat flavor, so it is more often used as a small part of a meal or mixed into another dish.
Put fried internal fat in a clean, covered container and refrigerate it promptly after cooking. Keep crumbs and moisture out of the container, since they can shorten storage life; freeze portions you will not use soon.
Yes. Divide fried internal fat into portions, seal them in a freezer-safe container or bag, and thaw only what you need in the refrigerator. Avoid refreezing a portion after it has thawed.
Fried internal fat has a rich, savory, meaty flavor and a noticeable aroma that varies with the animal and cooking time. Browning makes its flavor deeper, while using a small amount helps keep it from overwhelming the rest of a dish.
Depending on the recipe, butter, tallow, or a neutral vegetable oil can replace fried internal fat. The result will taste different: butter adds dairy notes, tallow keeps an animal-fat flavor, and vegetable oil is more neutral.
Fried internal fat is high in saturated fat, so eating it frequently or in large amounts can increase saturated-fat intake. If you have been advised to limit saturated fat because of cholesterol or heart disease, ask your clinician how it fits your diet.
Vitamins
B12
0.08µg · 3% DV
Vitamin D
0.6µg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.2mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
10mg · 1% DV
Zinc
0.08mg · 1% DV
Selenium
0.4µg · 1% DV
Iron
0.08mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
12mg · 0% DV
Sodium
8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Fried internal fat is animal fat taken from around the internal organs and cooked until it softens and renders; depending on how it is prepared, browned pieces may be served along with the fat. It is a traditional, practical way of using a part of the animal that can also be melted down for cooking.
The flavour is rich and savoury, and the texture can range from soft and fatty to crisp at the edges. It may be eaten in small amounts with bread or used to add depth to cooked dishes, rather than treated as a large main portion. In Turkish cooking, rendered animal fats are often valued for their flavour, though everyday preferences vary. Fried internal fat is very energy-dense and high in fat: it contains 89 g of fat per 100 g, with little protein. A modest portion alongside vegetables makes for a less heavy meal.
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.
Low
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.
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
15.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
16.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.