Meat and Poultry / Offal
Beef intestine, small
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 109kcal / 2530kcal (4%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 16.4 g/ 71g (23%) | ||||
Total Fat | 4.2 g/ 42g (10%) | ||||
Total Carbs | 1.4 g/ 348g (0.4%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.5 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.07%) |
Vit B1 | 0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.32 mg/ 1mg (24%) source |
Vit B3 | 0.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 20 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 173 mg/ 700mg (24%) source |
Iron | 3.1 mg/ 12mg (25%) source |
Sodium | 123 mg/ 1500mg (8%) |
What is this food?
Beef intestine (small pieces), a type of organ meat. It’s mainly used as a protein in dishes like ginisa or soup, and it’s usually cooked until tender.
Why it matters to health
Beef intestine provides protein to help build and maintain body tissues. Per 100 g, it has about 109 kcal with 4.2 g fat and 123 mg sodium, plus very little carbs and no fiber. Since it’s not a fiber-rich food, pairing it with vegetables and other fiber sources helps your meals feel more complete and supports better digestion. Also, because sodium can add up depending on how it’s seasoned and cooked, it’s good to watch the overall salt level of your meal.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions reasonable: treat it as a protein side to your rice/vegetables, not the whole plate.
- Pair with non-starchy veggies (e.g., pechay, cabbage, kangkong) and/or a serving of fruit to balance the lack of fiber.
- Go easy on salty sauces and seasoning; taste first before adding more.
- For snacks and daily routine: include it in one of your 3 full meals, and keep snacks lighter (e.g., fruit or yogurt) so your day stays balanced.
Common Filipino dishes
Dinuguan, Crispy bituka (beef intestine), Beef intestines ginisa, Bulalo or beef tripe soup, Adobong bituka
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