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Protein- and iron-containing main dish
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Lamb neck risotto (250 g) has 428 calories. That works out to 171 calories per 100 g. It contains 47 g of carbs, 21 g of protein, 17 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 1.8 µg of B12 covers 75% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
428
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
47g
· 17% DV
Protein
21g
· 42% DV
Fat
17g
· 22% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 20% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 428 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 5.88 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 713 mg | 31% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 21 g | 42% |
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 serving (medium) | 250 g | 428 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 154 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 342 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 300 g | 513 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 599 kcal |
Calculated from 171 calories per 100 g.
Lamb neck risotto is a rice dish made by combining slow-cooked, tender lamb neck with creamy Italian-style risotto. The neck’s connective tissue gives the braised meat a rich texture and deep savoury flavour.
To make lamb neck risotto, braise the neck until tender, then remove the meat from the bones and shred it. Cook risotto rice with hot stock added gradually, and stir the lamb through near the end.
Lamb neck works well in lamb neck risotto because slow cooking turns its connective tissue tender and releases plenty of flavour. Remove the bones after braising, then fold the meat into the rice so it stays in tender pieces.
Yes, leftover braised lamb neck is ideal for lamb neck risotto and saves the separate braising step. Warm the shredded meat in the finished rice near the end, using some of its cooking liquid as part of the stock.
Arborio or Carnaroli rice is best for lamb neck risotto because its starch helps create the characteristic creamy texture. Avoid rinsing the rice first, and add hot stock in small amounts while stirring.
No, white wine is optional in lamb neck risotto. Many recipes use a splash after toasting the rice for acidity and aroma, but you can skip it and continue with hot stock.
Keep lamb neck risotto from turning mushy by adding hot stock gradually and tasting the rice as it cooks. Stop when the grains are tender but still have a slight bite, then serve promptly.
Yes, you can braise the lamb neck in a pressure cooker before making lamb neck risotto. Cook the rice separately using the usual gradual-stock method; pressure-cooking the rice and lamb together can make the rice overly soft.
Serve lamb neck risotto with a crisp green salad, bitter leaves, or simply dressed vegetables. Their freshness balances the richness of the lamb and creamy rice without competing with the dish.
Refrigerate leftover lamb neck risotto in a covered container once it has cooled, and reheat it thoroughly in a pan with a splash of stock or water. The extra liquid helps restore its creamy consistency.
Vitamins
B12
1.8µg · 75% DV
B3
5.75mg · 36% DV
B1
0.3mg · 25% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
290mg · 41% DV
Sodium
713mg · 31% DV
Manganese
0.7mg · 30% DV
Potassium ⭐
355mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Lamb neck risotto brings together Italian-style risotto rice and lamb neck cooked slowly until tender. The rice releases starch as it simmers in stock, giving the dish its characteristic creamy texture, while the lamb adds a rich, savoury flavour. Recipes may finish it with butter or cheese.
It is served hot as a substantial main course, often with a simple green salad or seasonal vegetables to balance its richness. The lamb makes it a protein- and iron-containing meal, while the rice supplies most of its carbohydrates. For a lighter plate, keep the added butter modest and serve a smaller helping alongside plenty of vegetables.
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 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.13g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.