Emu, outside drum, raw
FDC 172837oz (85 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 87 · +10 vs Poultry medianThe outside drum, taken from the emu's leg, scores 87 of 100, a Strong result ranking 6 of 60 in Poultry, just behind the fan fillet from the same bird. Protein again leads at 46% DV, with iron at 25% DV rounding out its main strength.
Coming from a more worked muscle than the fillet, drum meat suits slower cooking methods such as braising or mincing rather than a quick sear, with an ounce-based serving as the reference amount. No limiting nutrient is flagged for this cut, so it reads as a lean, protein-forward option within the Poultry category.
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal | 5% |
| Total fat | 0.48 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.12 g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 78 mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 100 mg | 4% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 23 g | 46% |
| Potassium | 320 mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% |
| Magnesium | 29 mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.17 mg | 1% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 88 kcal | 4% |
| Total fat | 0.41 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 85 mg | 4% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 20 g | 39% |
| Potassium | 272 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 2.6 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% |
| Magnesium | 25 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.14 mg | 1% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 172837Original 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
More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
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