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Extremely rich in iron and B12, high protein, traditional dish
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Stewed lamb offal (liver, heart, lung) (180 g) has 261 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 4 g of carbs, 39.2 g of protein, 9.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 108 µg of B12 covers 4500% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
261
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
4g
· 1% DV
Protein
39.2g
· 78% DV
Fat
9.2g
· 12% 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 61% · Fat 33%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 261 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.2 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 135 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 39.2 g | 78% |
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 | 261 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 116 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 232 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 319 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 319 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 363 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Stewed lamb offal is made with lamb liver, heart, and lung cooked together. Recipes often add onions, herbs, or spices, but the exact ingredients vary; the liver, heart, and lung give the dish its distinctive mix of flavours and textures.
Cook the heart and lung gently until they begin to soften, then add the liver nearer the end because it cooks faster. Cut the pieces evenly and avoid prolonged cooking, which can make the liver tough and dry.
Stewed lamb offal has a rich, savoury flavour. The liver tastes more mineral-rich, the heart is firmer and meatier, and the lung has a softer texture; onions, herbs, and spices can balance the strong offal flavour.
Rinse the liver, heart, and lung separately under cold running water, then trim away visible membranes, tubes, and excess fat. Keep raw offal chilled while preparing it, and wash hands and utensils carefully before they touch cooked food.
Serve stewed lamb offal with crusty bread, rice, or potatoes to soak up the cooking juices. A crisp green salad or pickled vegetables add freshness and contrast to the dish’s rich, savoury flavour.
Yes, stewed lamb offal is rich in iron and vitamin B12, and it provides substantial protein. Liver is particularly nutrient-dense, so the dish is best treated as one part of a varied diet rather than a cure for low iron.
Stewed lamb offal should be thoroughly cooked during pregnancy, but its liver can contain high amounts of preformed vitamin A. Ask your pregnancy-care clinician whether and how often liver dishes such as this are appropriate for you.
Refrigerate stewed lamb offal in a covered container within two hours of cooking and eat it within 3–4 days. Reheat only the portion you need until it is steaming hot throughout, rather than cooling and reheating it repeatedly.
Yes, stewed lamb offal freezes well. Cool it promptly, pack it in airtight meal-sized containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating until piping hot throughout; the texture of the liver may be slightly firmer afterward.
Stewed lamb offal can taste bitter if the liver’s membranes or bile-stained areas were not trimmed away, or if the liver was overcooked. Trim it carefully and add it later than the heart and lung to preserve its flavour and texture.
Vitamins
B12
108µg · 4500% DV
B2
3.96mg · 305% DV
B5
8.64mg · 173% DV
Vitamin A
1170µg · 130% DV
Minerals
Selenium
58µg · 105% DV
Iron
16mg · 89% DV
Phosphorus
558mg · 80% DV
Copper
0.68mg · 76% DV
Potassium ⭐
612mg · 18% DV
Sodium
135mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Stewed lamb offal brings together lamb liver, heart and lung, slowly cooked as a hearty Turkish-style dish. The flavour is savoury and distinctive: the liver is rich-tasting, while the heart has a firmer bite and the lung a softer texture. In Turkey it is usually served hot as a main, with rice or bulgur, bread and a fresh salad; a simple side helps balance its richness. It is high in protein and is also notably rich in iron and vitamin B12. For a lighter plate, pair a modest serving with plenty of vegetables or salad, and use onions and herbs to complement the offal’s robust flavour.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.