Emu

Emu · Dromaius novaehollandiae

Emu, inside drum, raw

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Emu, inside drum, raw's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

5%
108 kcal Calories
44%
22.2 g Protein
0%
0.0 g Carbs
2%
1.5 g Fat

Excellent nutrient density 57/100

How many beneficial nutrients Emu, inside drum, raw delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Emu, inside drum, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Emu, inside drum, raw is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Vitamin B1294% Selenium57% Pantothenic Acid (B5)53% Niacin (B3)46% Protein44% Zinc39% Vitamin B637% Thiamin (B1)35% Riboflavin (B2)34% Iron29% Phosphorus18%

Full nutrition breakdown

  • Beneficial
  • Moderate
  • Limit
  • Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

CarbohydratesAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrate0.0 g
0%
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
0%
Total Sugars0.0 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat1.5 g
2%
Saturated Fat0.4 g
2%
Monounsaturated Fat0.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.3 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids19.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids214.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein22.2 g
44%
Histidine486.0 mg
Isoleucine722.0 mg
Leucine1,226.0 mg
Lysine1,307.0 mg
Methionine421.0 mg
Phenylalanine634.0 mg
Threonine637.0 mg
Tryptophan147.0 mg
Valine740.0 mg
VitaminsAmount% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)5.0 mcg
1%
Vitamin C0.0 mg
0%
Vitamin D~
Vitamin E0.2 mg
1%
Vitamin K~
Thiamin (B1)0.4 mg
35%
Riboflavin (B2)0.4 mg
34%
Niacin (B3)7.3 mg
46%
Vitamin B60.6 mg
37%
Folate (B9)12.0 mcg
3%
Vitamin B122.3 mcg
94%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)2.7 mg
53%
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium4.0 mg
0%
Iron5.2 mg
29%
Magnesium26.0 mg
6%
Phosphorus229.0 mg
18%
Potassium318.0 mg
7%
Sodium102.0 mg
4%
Zinc4.3 mg
39%
Copper0.2 mg
23%
Manganese0.0 mg
1%
Selenium31.4 mcg
57%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol67.0 mg
22%
Phytosterols~
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol0.0 g
Caffeine0.0 mg
Theobromine0.0 mg
Ash1.2 g

About Emu, inside drum, raw

Emu is a lean red meat from the emu (Dromaius novaehollandiae), the large flightless bird native to Australia and now farmed around the world for its meat, oil, and leather. Despite coming from a bird, emu meat looks and tastes much like lean beef, deep red with a rich, savory flavor and a fine, tender grain. It is prized as a healthy alternative to red meat, being very low in fat and cholesterol while high in protein, iron, vitamin B12, and zinc.

Because it is so lean, emu is best cooked quickly over high heat and served rare to medium-rare, since overcooking dries it out; the tender fan and loin fillets are grilled, pan-seared, or roasted, while tougher cuts are ground for burgers and sausages or slow-braised. It takes well to bold marinades and pairs nicely with fruity and peppery sauces. A brief rest after cooking keeps it juicy. Choose bright red, firm emu fillets with little marbling, and keep the meat well chilled, using it within a day or two or freezing it.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Emu, inside drum, raw?

There are 108 calories in 100 g of Emu, inside drum, raw, or about 92 calories in 3 oz (85 g).

How much protein is in Emu, inside drum, raw?

Emu, inside drum, raw contains 22.2 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Emu, inside drum, raw?

Emu, inside drum, raw has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Emu, inside drum, raw?

Emu, inside drum, raw provides 1.5 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Emu, inside drum, raw a good source of?

Emu, inside drum, raw is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (94% DV), Selenium (57% DV), Pantothenic Acid (B5) (53% DV), Niacin (B3) (46% DV), Protein (44% DV) and Zinc (39% DV) and a good source of Phosphorus (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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