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Apache Acorn Stew

Apache Acorn Stew
Apache Acorn Stew
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Apache Acorn Stew is a traditional Native American dish, particularly associated with Apache and other Southwestern tribes. It features acorns as the primary ingredient, often combined with wild game, beans, squash, and herbs to create a hearty, savory stew.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This stew is nutritionally balanced, providing complex carbohydrates and fiber from acorns and beans, protein from meat, and healthy fats. A typical serving offers a good source of iron, potassium, and B vitamins, with roughly 300-400 calories per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories350 kcal
Protein18 g
Carbs35 g
Fat14 g
Fiber8 g
Sugar3 g
Sodium480 mg
Iron4.2 mg
Potassium620 mg
Vitamin B60.4 mg
Magnesium85 mg
Zinc3.1 mg
Phosphorus210 mg
Niacin (B3)5.5 mg
Manganese1.8 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Acorns were a vital, sustainable food source for many Native American cultures, requiring careful leaching to remove tannins. This dish reflects a deep knowledge of foraging and preparation techniques passed down through generations.

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