Emu · Dromaius novaehollandiae
Emu, outside drum, raw
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Excellent nutrient density 58/100
How many beneficial nutrients Emu, outside 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, outside drum, raw come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
4% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 4%0.5 g per serving
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Protein 96%23.1 g per serving
What Emu, outside 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).
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.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.0 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.5 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 3.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 50.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 1.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 78.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 41.0 mg | — |
| Arachidic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Behenic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 16.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 174.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 1.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 50.0 mg | — |
| gamma-Linolenic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 13.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 23.1 g | |
| Histidine | 505.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 750.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 1,274.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 1,358.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 438.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 659.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 662.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 153.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 769.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 897.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,039.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 2,008.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 167.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 2,253.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 727.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 935.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 549.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 492.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | 0.2 mg | |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 7.2 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.7 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 7.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 6.9 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 2.5 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 3.0 mg | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | |
| Magnesium | 29.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 225.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 320.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 100.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 4.5 mg | |
| Copper | 0.2 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 36.3 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 78.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 1.0 g | — |
About Emu, outside 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, outside drum, raw?
There are 103 calories in 100 g of Emu, outside drum, raw, or about 88 calories in 3 oz (85 g).
How much protein is in Emu, outside drum, raw?
Emu, outside drum, raw contains 23.1 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Emu, outside drum, raw?
Emu, outside drum, raw has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Emu, outside drum, raw?
Emu, outside drum, raw provides 0.5 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Emu, outside drum, raw a good source of?
Emu, outside drum, raw is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (288% DV), Selenium (66% DV), Pantothenic Acid (B5) (50% DV), Protein (46% DV), Niacin (B3) (45% DV) and Zinc (41% DV) and a good source of Phosphorus (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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