Emu, ground, raw
FDC 172832patty (117 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 78 · +1 vs Poultry medianRaw ground emu comes in at 78 of 100, a Strong score that ranks 23rd of 60 in the Poultry category, close to the group's median of 77. Despite emu being classified alongside poultry, its nutrient profile reads like red meat, with protein at 46% DV and iron at 22% DV standing out at 134 calories per 100 g.
It's typically shaped into patties or used in place of ground beef in burgers, meatballs, and chili, since its flavour and texture sit closer to lean beef than to chicken. A single patty (117 g) has no flagged nutrients to limit, though as with any raw ground meat it should be cooked through fully before eating.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 134 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 69 mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 56 mg | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 23 g | 46% |
| Potassium | 320 mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 7 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 4 mg | 22% |
| Magnesium | 24 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.24 mg | 2% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 157 kcal | 8% |
| Total fat | 4.7 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 66 mg | 3% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 27 g | 53% |
| Potassium | 374 mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 8.2 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% |
| Magnesium | 28 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.28 mg | 2% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 172832Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the poultry median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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