Machaca de corazón
Machaca de corazón is a traditional Mexican dish from the northern state of Sonora, featuring slow-cooked, shredded beef heart. The meat is typically seasoned with garlic, cumin, and chili peppers, then simmered until tender and often served with tortillas, beans, and salsa.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and rich in iron and B vitamins, with a moderate amount of fat depending on the cut and cooking method. A typical serving provides around 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 40 g |
| Carbs | 3 g |
| Fat | 18 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 5.5 mg |
| Zinc | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 12 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 14 mg |
| Selenium | 32 µg |
| Phosphorus | 320 mg |
| Potassium | 410 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.7 mg |
Per 1 cup (220 g) shredded machaca de corazón · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a prime example of nose-to-tail eating in Mexican cuisine, utilizing organ meat to create a flavorful, resource-efficient meal. Nutritionally, beef heart is exceptionally lean and nutrient-dense, often called a 'superfood' among organ meats.
