Sulze
Sulze, also known as head cheese or brawn, is a traditional German meat jelly or aspic terrine. It is typically made from the head of a pig (or sometimes calf or sheep), which is slowly simmered until the meat falls off the bone and the natural collagen creates a rich, savory jelly that sets when chilled. It is often seasoned with vinegar, onions, and spices like cloves or allspice.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Sulze is a high-protein, high-fat dish with virtually no carbohydrates. It provides a significant amount of collagen-derived protein and is a good source of minerals like iron and zinc, with a typical serving containing roughly 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 1 g |
| Fat | 19 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 4.2 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.8 mcg |
| Selenium | 18 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 120 mg |
| Choline | 65 mg |
| Collagen | ~10 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
Per 1 slice (100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Sulze is a historic example of nose-to-tail eating, utilizing parts of the animal that might otherwise be discarded. Nutritionally, the gelatin from the collagen is often praised for potential benefits to joint and gut health.
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