Holodets

Holodets

Appetizer

Item Rating: 66/100

1 serving (150 grams) contains 180 calories, 18.0 grams of protein, 12.0 grams of fat, and 0.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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283.9
calories
28.4
protein
0
carbohydrates
18.9
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (236.6g)
Calories
283.9
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 18.9 g 24%
Saturated Fat 7.1 g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 118.3 mg 39%
Sodium 946.4 mg 41%
Total Carbohydrates 0 g 0%
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0%
Sugars 0 g
protein 28.4 g 56%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 47.3 mg 3%
Iron 2.4 mg 13%
Potassium 354.9 mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

🥓 Keto friendly
🍯 Low sugar
🧂 Low sodium
🧂 Low salt
🥩 High protein
🍞 Low carbs

Source of Calories

0.0%
40.0%
60.0%
Fat: 170 cal (60.0%)
Protein: 113 cal (40.0%)
Carbs: 0 cal (0.0%)

About Holodets

Holodets, also known as aspic, is a traditional dish from Slavic cuisines, particularly Russian and Ukrainian. It consists of meat, typically pork, beef, or chicken, that is simmered for several hours with vegetables and aromatics to create a rich, gelatinous broth. The mixture is then cooled, allowing the natural collagen extracted from the bones and connective tissue to solidify into a jelly-like texture. Holodets is often served cold, garnished with mustard or horseradish for added flavor. Nutritionally, Holodets is high in protein and collagen, which can be beneficial for joint health and skin elasticity. However, it can also be high in saturated fat, especially if fatty cuts of meat are used. Consuming Holodets in moderation fits best as part of a balanced diet, complementing its hearty nature with lighter, fresh sides like pickled vegetables. The dish is rich in tradition as much as flavor.