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Low-calorie, protein-containing meat broth
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Mutton broth (240 g) has 38 calories. That works out to 16 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 6 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.7 mg of B3 covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
38
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
6g
· 12% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% 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 5% · Protein 62% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 38 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.53 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 432 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6 g | 12% |
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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 38 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 1000 g | 160 kcal |
Calculated from 16 calories per 100 g.
Simmer mutton, with or without bones, in water until the meat is tender and the liquid is flavorful. Skim off foam as it forms; onion, carrot, bay leaf, and peppercorns are optional additions. Strain the broth before using it.
Mutton broth works well in soups, stews, rice dishes, and gravies that benefit from a rich, savory flavor. Use it in place of some or all of the water in a recipe, and adjust added salt because the broth may already be seasoned.
Yes. Mutton comes from an older sheep than lamb, so mutton broth often has a deeper, more pronounced flavor. Lamb broth is typically milder. Either can be used in soups and stews, but they will not taste exactly the same.
No. Mutton broth is made by cooking mutton in water, while bone broth is made chiefly by simmering bones for an extended time. Broth made with bone-in mutton gets flavor from both the meat and the bones.
Refrigerate mutton broth promptly in a covered container and use it within 3–4 days. If it has an unusual sour smell, foams, or looks unexpectedly changed, discard it rather than tasting it to check.
Yes. Cool mutton broth, portion it into freezer-safe airtight containers, and leave room for expansion. Thaw it in the refrigerator, then reheat it thoroughly before serving. Freezing portions separately makes it easier to use only what you need.
Mutton broth can turn cloudy if it boils vigorously or if meat and vegetables are stirred around during cooking. For a clearer broth, keep it at a gentle simmer, skim the surface, and strain it without pressing the solids.
Rinse the mutton before cooking and skim away the foam that rises during the first boil. Simmering the broth gently with onion, bay leaf, or peppercorns can also balance the strong, characteristic aroma of mutton.
Chill the mutton broth until the fat on top has solidified, then lift it off with a spoon. If you need to serve it sooner, skim the liquid surface carefully while it is warm, taking care not to remove much broth.
Yes. You can replace some or all of the cooking water with mutton broth to give rice a savory flavor. Taste the broth first and reduce the added salt if it is already salty.
Vitamins
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
B12
0.19µg · 8% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
432mg · 19% DV
Selenium
6µg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
60mg · 9% DV
Zinc
0.6mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
132mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Mutton broth is a savoury liquid made by gently simmering sheep meat, often with bones, in water. Aromatics such as onion and herbs may be added, then the broth is strained and used as a base for soups, stews and grain dishes. It is common in Turkish home cooking and in other cuisines where mutton is used.
Its flavour is meaty and warming, while the body can range from light to rich depending on the cut and cooking time. Serve it hot in a cup or use it to deepen the flavour of a dish in place of some of its cooking water. It is low in calories and provides some protein; for a lighter broth, chill it and skim off the fat that sets on top.
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
0.53g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.