Chicken Feet with Black Bean Sauce
Chicken Feet with Black Bean Sauce is a classic Chinese dim sum dish, featuring tender chicken feet braised in a savory, aromatic sauce made from fermented black beans, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. The dish is known for its gelatinous texture and deep umami flavor, originating from Cantonese cuisine.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and collagen, with minimal carbohydrates, making it a protein-rich option. A typical serving (around 100g) contains roughly 150-200 calories, depending on the sauce and cooking method.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 980 mg |
| Cholesterol | 95 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Zinc | 3 mg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a beloved dim sum item symbolizing prosperity and good fortune in Chinese traditions, while nutritionally, it's prized for its high collagen content, which is believed to support skin and joint health.
