Pork Heart Stew

Pork Heart Stew is a hearty, savory dish featuring slow-cooked pork heart, often prepared with aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, and seasoned with herbs such as thyme and bay leaf. It is a traditional comfort food found in various cuisines, including Chinese, Korean, and some European culinary traditions, where offal is valued for its rich flavor and nutritional benefits.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and low in carbohydrates, making it a nutrient-dense option. It provides essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 250-350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	300 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	8 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	3 g
Sodium	650 mg
Iron	6 mg
Zinc	5 mg
Vitamin B12	8 mcg
Niacin (B3)	12 mg
Riboflavin (B2)	0.8 mg
Selenium	45 mcg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Potassium	350 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Pork heart is a lean organ meat that's surprisingly tender when stewed properly, and it's celebrated in many cultures for being an affordable, sustainable source of high-quality protein and micronutrients often lacking in modern diets.