Turkey meat, which has a large number of admirers, was imported to Russia from America. There, this bird has a special status, being the basis of the Thanksgiving holiday table. Those who monitor their nutrition often prefer turkey meat, as it is the most dietary among others. There are many ways to cook the meat of this bird, which have different energy values. What is the calorie content of turkey cutlets.
The content of nutrients in poultry meat
The basis of turkey is an easily digestible protein in the body. Its brisket contains more than 90%. Do not get rid of fat on the breast. It has a beneficial effect on the digestive system. In addition to the fact that the calorie content of turkey cutlets is low (about 220 kcal per 100 grams of product), they are rich in vitamins and minerals. Such as iron, calcium, magnesium, vitamins PP, A, B, C, E. Turkey meat in a large volume contains copper and sodium.
Due to the fact that meat contains a high content of various beneficial substances, it has a beneficial effect on the brain and helps to establish sleep. It should be noted the positive effect of turkey on the cardiovascular, skeletal and nervous systems.
What determines the energy value of meat
There are many ways to cook turkey in cooking recipes. The calorie content of turkey cutlets, as well as other dishes prepared from this meat, have different energy values. This is due to the fact that the various parts of the turkey themselves have different calories. The most dietary is breast. It, like the fillet, contains 107 kcal. And in the wings, this figure is already higher - 191 kcal. The highest calorie boiled turkey liver, 100 g. The product contains 273 kcal. The calorie content of the meat itself also depends on the age, fatness and breed of the bird. The fatter it is, the higher the energy value.
What determines the energy value of a dish
The calorie content of turkey cutlets can vary depending on the meat used, additional ingredients and the method of preparation. For example, a fried dish with cheese will contain more calories than baked in the oven or steamed.
In addition, the number of calories consumed depends on the size of the cutlets and on how many were eaten.
Those who are especially careful about their health or want to lose weight should add steamed turkey cutlets to their menu. The calorie content of one piece is about 60 kcal. While fried has an energy value of about 150 kcal.
One of the important components is the side dish, which is served with meatballs. Vegetables prepared using a minimum amount of oil should be preferred. The turkey goes well with fresh vegetables. Such a duet can be called not only tasty, but also useful.