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Rich in iron, vitamin B12, and protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Offal stew (250 g) has 338 calories. That works out to 135 calories per 100 g. It contains 12 g of carbs, 35.5 g of protein, 15.3 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 45 µg of B12 covers 1875% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
338
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
12g
· 4% DV
Protein
35.5g
· 71% DV
Fat
15.3g
· 20% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 15% · Protein 43% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 338 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.3 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.25 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.25 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 35.5 g | 71% |
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 | 338 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 20 g | 27 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 338 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 473 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 675 kcal |
Calculated from 135 calories per 100 g.
Offal stew can contain several animal organs, such as liver, heart, kidney, tripe, or lung, but there is no single standard mix. Recipes vary by cuisine and cook, so the name does not tell you exactly which cuts are included.
Offal stew has a savory, rich taste, but the flavor depends on its ingredients. Liver is more pronounced and slightly mineral-tasting, while heart is meatier and tripe has a mild flavor that readily takes on the broth and seasonings.
Cook the tougher pieces, such as tripe or heart, before adding quicker-cooking organs. Add liver near the end, since prolonged cooking can make it dry and firm. Cut pieces to a similar size so they cook more evenly.
To reduce the smell in offal stew, trim away membranes and excess fat, rinse the pieces well, and briefly blanch them if the recipe allows. Discard the blanching water, then cook with aromatics such as onion, garlic, or bay leaf.
No. Menudo is a specific Mexican tripe stew, often seasoned with dried chiles and served with garnishes such as lime and onion. Offal stew is a broader name for stews made with different organ meats, and its ingredients and seasonings vary.
Serve offal stew with crusty bread, rice, or potatoes to soak up the broth. A crisp salad, pickled vegetables, or a squeeze of lemon can balance its rich flavor; choose sides that suit the stew’s regional seasoning.
Yes, a slow cooker works well for tougher cuts such as tripe and heart, which benefit from long, gentle cooking. Add liver only near the end or cook it separately, because hours of slow cooking can make it dry.
Offal stew can be a useful source of iron, vitamin B12, and protein, though its nutritional profile varies with the organs and recipe. Liver is especially rich in preformed vitamin A, so eating liver-heavy stew frequently may provide excessive amounts.
Offal stew generally keeps for 3–4 days in the refrigerator when refrigerated promptly in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and make sure it is steaming hot throughout before serving.
Yes, freeze offal stew in airtight, meal-sized containers once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; the texture of liver or tripe may be softer or firmer after freezing and thawing.
Vitamins
B12
45µg · 1875% DV
Vitamin A
8000µg · 889% DV
B2
3.5mg · 269% DV
Biotin
45µg · 150% DV
Minerals
Copper
5.25mg · 583% DV
Selenium
60µg · 109% DV
Iron
14mg · 78% DV
Phosphorus
425mg · 61% DV
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Potassium ⭐
650mg · 19% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Offal stew brings together edible organ meats—often cuts such as liver, heart or kidney—with aromatics, vegetables and seasoning in a slowly cooked, savoury dish. Recipes vary widely by region and household, and the mix of organs and the thickness of the broth can differ accordingly.
Its flavour is deep and distinctive, while careful cooking keeps the pieces tender and the sauce rich. It is usually served hot, with bread, rice or potatoes to catch the juices; a crisp salad makes a good contrast. Offal stew is a protein-rich choice and provides iron and vitamin B12. If you prefer a lighter serving, use less added fat and pair it with plenty of vegetables.
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
6g
POLYUNSATURATED
2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.