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Rich in iron and B12, high protein, filling
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sauteed Heart and Egg (180 g) has 306 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 33.3 g of protein, 18.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 14 µg of B12 covers 585% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
306
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
33.3g
· 67% DV
Fat
18.9g
· 24% 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 3% · Protein 43% · Fat 54%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 306 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.9 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 5.76 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 216 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% |
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) | 180 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 153 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 425 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
Sauteed heart and egg is a skillet dish made by cooking chopped animal heart and then adding eggs. The heart is usually beef or lamb, and it is trimmed of tough membranes and vessels before cooking.
Trim the heart for sauteed heart and egg by cutting it open and removing visible clots, tough vessels, and silvery membrane. Rinse it briefly, pat it dry, and slice it thinly so the pieces cook evenly.
Sauteed heart and egg can turn chewy if the heart is overcooked or its tough connective tissue is left on. Trim it carefully and cook thin pieces quickly; prolonged cooking tends to make this lean muscle meat firmer.
No, soaking is not essential for sauteed heart and egg. A brief rinse and thorough trimming are usually enough. If you choose to soak the heart in milk to mellow its flavor, keep it refrigerated and pat it dry before cooking.
Either beef or lamb heart works for sauteed heart and egg. Lamb heart is smaller and often has a milder flavor, while beef heart is larger and more robust; slice either one thinly for a tender result.
Add the eggs to sauteed heart and egg after the heart is cooked and no longer releasing much liquid. Push the heart aside to scramble the eggs in the pan, or stir in beaten eggs and stop cooking once they set.
Black pepper, paprika, cumin, and garlic pair well with sauteed heart and egg. Parsley or a squeeze of lemon added at the end can brighten its rich, savory flavor without masking the taste of the heart.
Yes, a cast-iron skillet works well for sauteed heart and egg because it holds heat and browns the heart. Preheat the pan, add a little cooking fat, and avoid crowding it so the meat sears rather than steams.
Refrigerate leftover sauteed heart and egg promptly in a covered container and eat it soon. Reheat only the portion you plan to serve until it is thoroughly hot; repeated cooling and reheating can worsen both safety and texture.
Serve sauteed heart and egg with toast, potatoes, or a crisp green salad. The dish has a rich, savory flavor, so fresh vegetables or a lightly dressed salad make a useful contrast.
Vitamins
B12
14.04µg · 585% DV
Biotin
32.4µg · 108% DV
B2
0.81mg · 62% DV
B3
8.64mg · 54% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
378mg · 54% DV
Iron
9.36mg · 52% DV
Copper
0.4mg · 44% DV
Potassium ⭐
486mg · 14% DV
Sodium
216mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 306 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Sauteed Heart and Egg is a Turkish-style pan dish made by sautéing chopped heart and cooking it with egg. The heart has a deeply savoury, meaty flavour and a pleasantly firm, slightly chewy texture, while the egg softens the dish and brings the ingredients together.
Serve it hot for breakfast or as a simple main meal, with bread, tomatoes or a fresh salad. It is filling and high in protein, and is also rich in iron and vitamin B12; a 100 g portion provides 18.5 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of cooking fat and pair it with plenty of greens.
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.
Contains these 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
5.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.