Oreja de Cerdo Guisada
Oreja de Cerdo Guisada is a traditional Spanish dish featuring braised pig's ears, slow-cooked until tender in a rich sauce of tomatoes, onions, garlic, and paprika. It is a rustic, hearty stew often found in rural and home-style Spanish cuisine, particularly in regions like Castilla y León and Extremadura.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and collagen, with a moderate amount of fat, and is virtually carb-free. A typical serving provides a good source of minerals like iron and zinc, along with a calorie count in the range of 250-350 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 300 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 4 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 4.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 180 mg |
| Collagen | Significant amount (not quantified) |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a prime example of Spanish 'cocina de aprovechamiento' (waste-not cooking), transforming a humble cut into a delicacy. Nutritionally, the high collagen content from the slow-braised ears is prized for its potential benefits for skin, joint, and gut health.
