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Spread on dried meat or bread

Spread on dried meat or bread
Spread on dried meat or bread
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This dish is a savory spread or pâté, commonly made from liver (such as chicken, pork, or beef), fat, and seasonings, designed to be served on dried meat, crackers, or bread. It originates from various European cuisines, particularly French and Eastern European, where it's known as 'rillettes' or 'pâté.' The texture is typically coarse or smooth, and it's often preserved for long-term use.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This spread is high in fat and protein, with minimal carbohydrates, making it a calorie-dense food. It provides significant amounts of iron, vitamin A, and B vitamins, with a rough calorie ballpark of 250-350 kcal per 100g serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories90 kcal
Protein5 g
Carbs1 g
Fat7 g
Fiber0 g
Sugar0 g
Sodium200 mg
Iron2 mg
Vitamin A300 µg
Vitamin B121.5 µg
Niacin (B3)3 mg
Selenium8 µg
Phosphorus60 mg
Zinc1 mg
Copper0.1 mg

Per 2 tablespoons (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish has historical roots as a preservation method, allowing meat to be stored without refrigeration. Nutritionally, it's a concentrated source of heme iron, which is more easily absorbed by the body than plant-based iron.

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