Meat and Poultry / Red Meat
Carabeef blood
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 75kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 18.6 g/ 71g (26%) |
Total Fat | 0 g/ 42g (0%) low |
Total Carbs | 0.2 g/ 348g (0.06%) |
Vitamins
Vit A | 2.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.39%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B3 | 0.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 41 mg/ 750mg (5%) |
Phosphorus | 14 mg/ 700mg (2%) |
Iron | 0.2 mg/ 12mg (1%) |
What is this food?
Carabeef blood is the edible blood of the carabao, usually cooked into a thick, dark dish (often used like a meat-based ingredient). It’s mainly eaten as a protein source.
Why it matters to health
For health, carabeef blood can help support your daily protein needs, especially if you’re building balanced meals with rice, vegetables, and other food groups. In a 100g serving, it has about 75 kcal and very low fat, with a small amount of carbohydrates. Because it’s protein-rich, it can be a good option for your 3 full meals and 1–2 snacks—just make sure it’s part of a well-rounded plate with vegetables and fiber. Also, since it’s an organ/blood-based food, proper cooking and food safety are important so you can enjoy it safely.
Healthier tips
- Pair it with vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, or mixed veggies) to add fiber and help balance the meal.
- Keep portions reasonable: use it as a protein component of the meal, not the only food.
- Choose cooking methods that avoid too much added fat (e.g., less oil, not overly greasy versions).
- If you’re having it as a snack, combine with a fruit or a small serving of veggies to make it more filling and balanced.
Common Filipino dishes
Dinuguan (pork or carabeef blood stew), Betamax (blood-based sausage), Blood-based chicharon/curated blood dishes, Pinakbet with blood topping, Blood soup (local variations)
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