Cattle (Beef, Veal) · Bos taurus
Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Very good nutrient density 38/100
How many beneficial nutrients Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised 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 Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
23% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 23%4.3 g per serving
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Protein 77%32.2 g per serving
What Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised 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 |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 4.3 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 12.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 346.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 16.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 131.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 643.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 332.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 135.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 1,354.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 12.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 346.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 92.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 32.2 g | |
| Histidine | 1,170.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 1,588.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 2,562.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 2,655.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 753.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 1,299.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 1,407.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 325.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 1,778.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 1,918.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 1,897.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 2,779.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 366.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 5,098.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 1,655.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 1,345.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 1,206.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 1,026.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | ~ | — |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.3 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 9.7 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 17.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.6 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 1.3 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 34.0 mg | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | |
| Magnesium | 25.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 228.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 309.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 94.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 6.8 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 13.7 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 126.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 1.1 g | — |
About Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised
Beef is the meat of cattle (Bos taurus) and one of the most widely eaten red meats in the world, while veal is the pale, tender meat of young calves. Rich, savory, and deeply satisfying, beef ranges from lean cuts to well-marbled steaks whose flecks of fat melt during cooking to deliver flavor and juiciness. It is an excellent source of high-quality complete protein and is especially valued for highly absorbable heme iron, zinc, vitamin B12, and selenium, nutrients important for energy and blood health.
Different cuts suit different methods: tender cuts like ribeye, sirloin, and tenderloin are grilled, pan-seared, or roasted, while tougher cuts like chuck, brisket, and shank turn meltingly tender with slow braising and stewing, and ground beef becomes burgers, meatballs, tacos, and chili. For food safety, ground beef is cooked through, while whole steaks can be served to taste. Store fresh beef cold, use it within a few days, and freeze it for longer keeping.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised?
There are 177 calories in 100 g of Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised, or about 395 calories in 1 piece, cooked, excluding refuse (yield from 1 lb raw meat with refuse) (223 g).
How much protein is in Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised?
Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised contains 32.2 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised?
Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised?
Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised provides 4.3 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised a good source of?
Veal, shank (fore and hind), separable lean only, cooked, braised is an excellent source of Vitamin B12 (68% DV), Protein (64% DV), Zinc (62% DV), Niacin (B3) (60% DV), Pantothenic Acid (B5) (25% DV) and Selenium (25% DV) and a good source of Phosphorus, Vitamin B6 and Copper (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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