Emu Steak with Pepper Sauce
Emu steak with pepper sauce is a lean, gamey red meat dish from Australia, often prepared by searing the steak and serving it with a creamy, peppercorn-based sauce. The primary ingredients are emu fillet, black or green peppercorns, cream or stock, and aromatics like shallots or garlic. It's considered a modern Australian bush tucker-inspired dish, blending indigenous ingredients with classic European sauce techniques.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is exceptionally high in protein and very low in carbohydrates, with a moderate fat content that can vary based on the sauce. It provides a rich source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins, particularly B12, with a rough calorie estimate of 300-400 kcal per typical serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 42 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Iron | 5.5 mg |
| Zinc | 6.2 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 8.5 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 12 mg |
| Phosphorus | 340 mg |
| Selenium | 38 µg |
| Potassium | 520 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.9 mg |
Per 1 steak (170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Nutritionally, emu meat is a standout for being one of the red meats with the lowest fat content, often compared to skinless chicken breast. Culturally, it represents a growing interest in sustainable, native Australian ingredients that are both lean and environmentally friendly.
