Bush Tucker Emu Kebabs

Bush Tucker Emu Kebabs are a traditional Australian dish featuring lean, red emu meat marinated and grilled on skewers. The meat is typically seasoned with native herbs like lemon myrtle or wattle seed, and often served with bush tomato chutney. This dish is a staple in modern Australian cuisine that draws from Indigenous Australian food traditions.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Emu meat is exceptionally high in protein and very low in fat, making it a lean, nutrient-dense food. A serving provides significant iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a rough calorie estimate of 150-180 kcal per 100g serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	140 kcal
Protein	26 g
Carbs	0 g
Fat	3 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	60 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Zinc	3.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	7.0 mg
Vitamin B12	5.0 mcg
Phosphorus	220 mg
Selenium	25 mcg
Potassium	300 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.3 mg

Per 3 oz (85 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Emu is a traditional 'bush tucker' food for Indigenous Australians, prized for its sustainability and nutritional density. Nutritionally, it's one of the leanest red meats available, with a fat profile often compared to fish.