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Collagen-rich, low-carb broth soup with oxtail and bone marrow
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (medium) of Oxtail soup with bone marrow (250 g) has 195 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 3 g of carbs, 17 g of protein, 12.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.3 µg of B12 covers 94% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 250 g
195
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
3g
· 1% DV
Protein
17g
· 34% DV
Fat
12.8g
· 16% 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 6% · Protein 35% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 195 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.8 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 5.25 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 550 mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 17 g | 34% |
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 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 47 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 400 g | 312 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Oxtail soup with bone marrow is made with meaty oxtail pieces, marrow bones, and liquid such as water or stock. Aromatics like onion, garlic, and herbs are common additions; recipes vary, and some include vegetables or a starch.
Oxtail soup with bone marrow becomes tender through slow, moist cooking until the meat loosens from the bones. Keep the liquid at a gentle simmer rather than a hard boil, or use a pressure cooker according to its instructions.
Oxtail soup with bone marrow can turn gelatinous when chilled because collagen from the oxtail’s connective tissue converts to gelatin during cooking. This is a normal texture change, and the soup becomes liquid again when reheated.
Yes, oxtail soup with bone marrow contains actual marrow when marrow bones are included and the marrow is served or stirred into the broth. Oxtail itself is a tail cut with bone and connective tissue, not the same thing as marrow.
Oxtail soup with bone marrow tastes rich and savory, with a deep beef flavor from the slow-cooked tail and bones. Marrow adds a soft, buttery richness, while herbs, vegetables, or spices can make different versions taste quite distinct.
Oxtail soup with bone marrow has no single agreed origin; oxtail soups developed in different places as cooks made use of tail cuts and bones. British, Caribbean, and other regional versions differ in seasoning, vegetables, and whether the broth is thickened.
Yes, oxtail soup with bone marrow can be made in a slow cooker. Brown the oxtail first if you want a deeper roasted flavor, then cook it with the liquid and aromatics until the meat is tender, following your appliance’s guidance.
Serve oxtail soup with bone marrow hot, with the meat and marrow distributed among the portions. Chopped herbs, black pepper, or a squeeze of lemon can brighten its richness; bread, rice, or a simple salad are common accompaniments.
Oxtail soup with bone marrow keeps for about three to four days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you need until thoroughly hot, rather than repeatedly warming the whole pot.
Yes, oxtail soup with bone marrow freezes well. Cool it, divide it into meal-sized airtight containers, and leave room for expansion; thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly before serving. The chilled broth may look gelled before reheating.
Vitamins
B12
2.25µg · 94% DV
B3
4mg · 25% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Zinc
3mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
170mg · 24% DV
Sodium
550mg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
350mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Oxtail soup with bone marrow is a slow-simmered broth made with oxtail and marrow, giving it a rich, savoury character. Oxtail soups appear in several food traditions rather than belonging to one single place; long cooking tenderises the meat and gives the broth body.
Serve it hot as a starter or a substantial meal, with bread or a crisp salad alongside. The marrow makes the soup satisfying and relatively rich, while the broth is low in carbohydrates and provides protein and collagen. For a lighter bowl, skim off some of the fat after cooking and add vegetables or fresh herbs.
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
5.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.