Meat and Poultry / Red Meat
Lamb riblet
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 157kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 16.9 g/ 71g (23%) | ||||
Total Fat | 9.9 g/ 42g (23%) | ||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.09 mg/ 1mg (7%) |
Vit B2 | 0.13 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B3 | 5.5 mg NE/ 16mg NE (34%) high |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 13 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 156 mg/ 700mg (22%) source |
Iron | 1.5 mg/ 12mg (12%) |
Sodium | 68 mg/ 1500mg (4%) low |
What is this food?
Lamb riblet is a cut of lamb meat (usually the ribs) cooked as a main viand. For 100g, it’s mainly protein with some fat and very little to no carbs.
Why it matters to health
Lamb riblet helps support muscle repair and keeps you full because it provides protein. However, it also has fat, including saturated fat (about 4.36g per 100g), so it’s best to pair it with plenty of vegetables and choose reasonable portions. It’s also relatively low in carbs and has some sodium (about 68mg per 100g), which matters if you’re watching salt intake—especially if the dish is seasoned or marinated.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as a viand: aim for a palm-sized portion per meal, then fill the rest of your plate with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, ampalaya, broccoli) and a sensible serving of carbs if needed (rice or kamote).
- Go for lighter cooking methods when possible: grill, roast, or bake. If it’s oily, skim excess fat after cooking.
- Balance the meal: add a side of fresh salad or cooked veggies and include fiber-rich foods to help with fullness and digestion.
- Watch the seasoning: if it’s salty (marinades, soy-based sauces, seasoning mixes), adjust the amount and add more herbs/acid (calamansi, vinegar) for flavor.
- For your daily pattern (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), treat lamb riblet as part of your main meals, not as a frequent snack.
Common Filipino dishes
Kare-kare, Sinigang na Baboy, Adobo (pork or chicken), Bulalo, Lechon Kawali, Menudo
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