Emu Stew
Emu stew is a hearty, slow-cooked dish featuring tender chunks of emu meat, a lean red meat from Australia. It typically includes root vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and onions, simmered in a rich broth or gravy. This dish is a traditional and increasingly popular culinary offering in Australia, often enjoyed in cooler climates.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Emu stew is an excellent source of high-quality protein and is relatively low in fat, especially saturated fat, compared to many other red meats. It provides key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 250-350 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 310 kcal |
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 6.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.8 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 320 mg |
| Selenium | 28 mcg |
| Potassium | 520 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.7 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Emu meat is nutritionally unique as it's one of the red meats with the lowest fat content, often compared to skinless chicken breast in fat levels. Culturally, it represents a connection to Indigenous Australian food traditions and is now featured in modern Australian cuisine as a sustainable, free-range protein source.
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