Seared Ostrich Oyster with Herb Butter
Seared Ostrich Oyster with Herb Butter is a gourmet dish featuring the prized 'oyster' cut from ostrich, a tender, marbled muscle from the leg, pan-seared and finished with a rich herb-infused butter. It is a specialty often found in modern South African cuisine, where ostrich farming is prominent.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with virtually no carbohydrates, providing key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins. A typical serving contains approximately 350-450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 38 g |
| Carbs | 1 g |
| Fat | 25 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 5.2 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 6.0 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Selenium | 42 mcg |
| Potassium | 310 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
Per 1 serving (150 g cooked meat with herb butter) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'oyster' cut is considered the most tender and flavorful part of the ostrich, and the dish highlights sustainable red meat farming, as ostrich is a lean, eco-friendly alternative to traditional livestock.
