Gizzard Gumbo
Gizzard Gumbo is a rich, hearty stew from Louisiana, USA, that features chicken gizzards as the star protein. It's built on a flavorful roux and typically includes the 'holy trinity' of onions, celery, and bell peppers, along with okra or filé powder, and is often served over rice.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a balanced, protein-rich meal, with the gizzards providing a significant amount of lean protein and iron. A typical serving is moderately high in calories, likely ranging from 400 to 600 calories, depending on the recipe's use of fat and serving size.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 15 g |
| Carbs | 20 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Vitamin A | 800 IU |
| Vitamin C | 10 mg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 4 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.5 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, gumbo is a signature dish of Cajun and Creole cuisine, reflecting a blend of French, African, and Native American culinary influences. Nutritionally, gizzards are a surprisingly nutrient-dense organ meat, offering more iron and zinc than many common muscle meats.
