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Pale beige, finely shredded strands of cooked trotter meat form a moist, slightly gelatinous-looking mound.
●Low GI
💪High Protein

Trotter fibers Calories

Rich in collagen and protein, low fat, bone marrow fibers

In season: Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

95kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

45mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Trotter fibers (80 g) has 76 calories. That works out to 95 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 15.6 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Trotter fibers Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 80 g

76

KCAL / 80G

Carbs

0g

· 0% DV

Protein

15.6g

· 31% DV

Fat

1.8g

· 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 0% · Protein 79% · Fat 21%

Trotter fibers nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (80 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories76 kcal
Total fat1.8 g2%
Saturated fat0.56 g3%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium52 mg2%
Total carbohydrate0 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein15.6 g31%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Trotter fibers?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)80 g76 kcal
1 serving (small)50 g48 kcal
1 piece (medium)60 g57 kcal
100 g100 g95 kcal
1 serving (large)120 g114 kcal
2 piece (large)120 g114 kcal

Calculated from 95 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Trotter fibers

What are trotter fibers?

Trotter fibers are the strands of meat and connective tissue pulled from cooked feet after the bones are removed. They are a solid ingredient, not the same thing as the broth made by simmering trotters.

How do you make trotter fibers at home?

Make trotter fibers by cooking trotters until the meat and connective tissue loosen from the bones, then removing and shredding the edible pieces. Check carefully for small bone fragments before serving.

How do you use trotter fibers in soup?

Add trotter fibers to soup after removing them from the bones and shredding them. They are commonly served in the cooking broth; garlic, vinegar, lemon, or chili can be added at the table for extra flavor.

Are trotter fibers a good source of collagen?

Yes, trotter fibers contain collagen from connective tissue. During cooking, some collagen breaks down into gelatin, which can make the broth set or thicken as it cools. That does not mean eating it guarantees a particular health benefit.

What is the difference between trotter fibers and trotter broth?

Trotter fibers are the solid pieces of meat and connective tissue taken off the cooked feet; trotter broth is the liquid left from cooking them. They can be served together, but they have different textures and uses.

Why do trotter fibers turn gelatinous when chilled?

Trotter fibers and their cooking liquid can seem gelatinous when chilled because collagen from connective tissue breaks down into gelatin during cooking. The texture usually softens again when the food is warmed.

How do you reduce the strong smell of trotter fibers?

Clean the trotters thoroughly before cooking and discard the first blanching water to reduce the strong smell in trotter fibers. Onion, bay leaf, or peppercorns in the fresh cooking liquid can also help mellow the aroma.

How long do cooked trotter fibers last in the fridge?

Cooked trotter fibers keep for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool and refrigerate them promptly, and discard any that have sat at room temperature for more than two hours.

Can you freeze trotter fibers?

Yes, trotter fibers freeze well. Cool them, pack them in airtight portions, and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating until hot throughout; freezing them with a little broth can help prevent drying.

Do trotter fibers help with joint pain?

No, trotter fibers are not a proven treatment for joint pain or joint disease. They provide collagen-containing connective tissue, but eating them does not guarantee that collagen will relieve symptoms or act on a particular joint.

Trotter fibers Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.56µg · 23% DV

B3

0.96mg · 6% DV

B2

0.03mg · 2% DV

B5

0.12mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Zinc

1.2mg · 11% DV

Selenium

5.6µg · 10% DV

Phosphorus

68mg · 10% DV

Iron

0.88mg · 5% DV

Sodium

52mg · 2% DV

Potassium ⭐

36mg · 1% DV

Trotter fibers Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Trotter fibers

To burn the 76 calories in 1 serving (medium) (80 g):

🚶

19min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

8min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

10min

Cycling

🏊

9min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Trotter fibers?

Trotter fibers are the tender strands of meat and connective tissue picked from a pig, sheep or cow’s foot after a long simmer. They are most often eaten as part of a trotters’ broth or soup rather than as a dish on their own. In Turkish cooking, the strands may be served in the broth, with garlic, vinegar or lemon alongside.

Their texture is soft and slightly gelatinous, with a rich, savory flavor. Add them to a bowl of soup or serve a small portion with a simple side. They are protein-rich and relatively low in fat: a 100 g portion provides 19.5 g of protein and 2.2 g of fat. For a lighter bowl, skim the fat from the cooking liquid before serving.

How Nutritious Is Trotter fibers?

Nutrient density

High

60/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

High

60/ 100

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.

Is Trotter fibers Processed?

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.

Does Trotter fibers Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Trotter fibers Good For?

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

Trotter fibers Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.56g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.56g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.16g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.