Meat and Poultry / Offal
Carabeef intestine, small
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 148kcal / 2530kcal (5%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 10.4 g/ 71g (14%) | ||||
Total Fat | 9.7 g/ 42g (23%) | ||||
Total Carbs | 4.7 g/ 348g (1%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 10 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (1%) |
Vit B1 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.18 mg/ 1mg (13%) |
Vit B3 | 3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (18%) source |
Vit C | 16 mg/ 70mg (22%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 16 mg/ 750mg (2%) |
Phosphorus | 142 mg/ 700mg (20%) source |
Iron | 1.7 mg/ 12mg (14%) |
Sodium | 157 mg/ 1500mg (10%) |
What is this food?
Carabeef intestine (small), a type of organ meat. It’s mainly used as a protein ingredient in Filipino dishes like “isaw” or other grilled/boiled preparations.
Why it matters to health
Per 100g, it provides about 148 kcal and around 9.7g fat with 4.7g carbohydrates and 0g fiber. It also has 157mg sodium. Organ meats can be a good source of protein, which helps with muscle repair and keeping you full. At the same time, because it’s higher in fat and low in fiber, pairing it with fiber-rich sides (like vegetables) and watching the portion helps balance your meal and supports better digestion and overall heart health.
Healthier tips
- Enjoy it as a protein part of your meal, not the whole plate.
- Pair with vegetables (e.g., atchara, ensaladang gulay, kangkong, or mixed veggies) to add fiber.
- Choose grilled or boiled versions when possible, and go easy on salty sauces.
- For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), keep it to a small serving during meals and balance the rest of the plate with rice (if you eat rice), veggies, and a lighter side.
- If you’re monitoring sodium, limit extra dipping sauces and seasonings.
Common Filipino dishes
Isaw, Dinuguan, Kwek-kwek with isaw (as a side), Grilled carabeef intestine, Pinakbet with meat (sometimes with organ meat)
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