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Bone-in goose head with skin; rich in collagen, fat, and minerals
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (whole) of Goose head (90 g) has 214 calories. That works out to 238 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 15.1 g of protein, 17 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (whole) · 90 g
214
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
15.1g
· 30% DV
Fat
17g
· 22% 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 28% · Fat 72%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 214 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 5.04 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 15.1 g | 30% |
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 (whole) | 90 g | 214 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 22.5 g | 54 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 45 g | 107 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 214 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 130 g | 309 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 150 g | 357 kcal |
Calculated from 238 calories per 100 g.
Yes, goose head is edible once the feathers are removed and it is cooked thoroughly. The edible meat is mostly around the bones, so pick it carefully and watch for small bone fragments.
Goose head can be simmered or roasted until thoroughly cooked. Clean away any remaining feathers first, and handle it as raw poultry; wash hands and utensils after they touch the uncooked head.
Goose head tastes rich and savoury, much like goose meat, with a stronger impression from the fatty skin. There is relatively little meat, mostly around the bones.
Remove any remaining feathers and rinse the goose head under cold running water before cooking. Keep raw poultry separate from ready-to-eat foods, and clean the sink, utensils and work surface afterward.
You can eat the skin and meat around the bones; some cuisines also use the brain. Choose a properly inspected source, cook the head thoroughly, and take care to avoid swallowing bone fragments.
Yes, goose head can be simmered to make stock, and the meat can be picked from the bones afterward. Strain the liquid carefully to remove any small bone fragments before using or serving it.
Goose brain is eaten in some food traditions, but it should come from a reliable, inspected source and be cooked thoroughly. Avoid serving it raw or undercooked.
Yes, goose head can be roasted after it has been cleaned. Roast it until fully cooked, and keep in mind that the small amount of meat can dry out more quickly than larger cuts.
Keep fresh goose head covered in the refrigerator, separate from ready-to-eat foods, and cook it promptly. Put cooked leftovers in a covered container and refrigerate them once they have cooled.
Yes, goose head can be frozen raw or cooked. Wrap it securely to prevent leaks, and thaw it in the refrigerator before cooking or reheating.
Vitamins
B12
0.81µg · 34% DV
B3
3.06mg · 19% DV
B5
0.65mg · 13% DV
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
140mg · 20% DV
Zinc
1.53mg · 14% DV
Iron
1.89mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
178mg · 5% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 214 calories in 1 piece (whole) (90 g):
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Goose head is the head portion of the bird, cooked with its skin and bones. It is less a stand-alone recipe than a part used when a goose is prepared whole. In Turkey, where goose is a winter-season specialty in places such as Kars and surrounding areas, the head may be boiled or roasted along with the rest of the bird.
The meat is rich-tasting, while the skin becomes soft and fatty; diners pick the meat from around the bones. Serve it with grains or roasted vegetables, or alongside bulgur pilaf in a Turkish-style meal. It provides protein as well as substantial fat: a 100 g portion has 18.9 g of fat. For a lighter plate, leave some skin aside and add a fresh salad.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.29g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.