Smoked Dove
Smoked Dove is a savory dish featuring whole or parts of dove, typically prepared by brining and then smoking over wood chips like hickory or mesquite. It is a popular game dish in the Southern United States, often served as an appetizer or main course, prized for its rich, smoky flavor and tender, dark meat.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Smoked Dove is very high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of fat. A typical serving provides a significant source of iron, zinc, and B vitamins like niacin and B6.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 165 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 0 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 3.2 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 210 mg |
| Selenium | 22 mcg |
| Potassium | 290 mg |
| Cholesterol | 85 mg |
Per 2 dove breasts (approx. 100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, smoked dove is a staple of Southern hunting traditions and communal feasts, often prepared after dove hunting season. Nutritionally, its dark meat is denser in nutrients like iron and zinc compared to common poultry like chicken breast.
