Potted Pheasant
Potted Pheasant is a traditional British dish where pheasant meat is slow-cooked in its own fat or a savory jelly, often with herbs and spices, then sealed in a pot or jar for preservation. It typically features pheasant, butter or lard, and aromatics like thyme and juniper berries, and is a classic from English country cuisine.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, providing a good source of iron and B vitamins, with a rough calorie estimate of 350-450 kcal per serving depending on the fat content used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Selenium | 20 mcg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Potted Pheasant is culturally interesting as a historic method of preserving game meat before refrigeration, and nutritionally, it offers a lean protein source with minimal carbohydrates, making it a low-carb option.
