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Turkey neck
Calories & nutrition facts
whole, meat only, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 125 kcal —
- Protein 17 g 33%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 6 g 8%
- Saturated fat 1.6 g 8%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 233 mg 10%
- Cholesterol 115 mg 38%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 13 µg 1%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.3 µg 2%
- Vitamin E 0.12 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.05 mg 4%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.21 mg 16%
- Niacin (B3) 4.9 mg 31%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.8 mg 16%
- Vitamin B6 0.36 mg 21%
- Folate (B9) 5 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 1.8 µg 73%
- Choline 54 mg 10%
Minerals
- Calcium 24 mg 2%
- Iron 1 mg 6%
- Magnesium 15 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 160 mg 13%
- Potassium 133 mg 3%
- Zinc 3.4 mg 31%
- Copper 0.14 mg 16%
- Manganese 0.06 mg 2%
- Selenium 28.6 µg 52%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 125 | 17 g | 0 g | 6 g |
| 1 × oz | 28.4 g | 35 | 4.7 g | 0 g | 1.7 g |
| 1 × lb | 453 g | 566 | 75 g | 0 g | 27 g |
| 2 × oz | 56.7 g | 71 | 9.4 g | 0 g | 3.4 g |
| ½ × oz | 14.2 g | 18 | 2.3 g | 0 g | 0.9 g |
| 3 × oz | 85.1 g | 106 | 14 g | 0 g | 5.1 g |
| 4 × oz | 113.4 g | 142 | 19 g | 0 g | 6.8 g |
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Questions about Turkey neck
How do you cook turkey neck until it is tender?
Brown the pieces in a little oil, then cover them with stock or water and simmer gently for about 2–3 hours, until the meat pulls easily from the bones. Add more liquid if the pan starts to dry out.
Can you make stock from turkey neck?
Yes. Simmer it with onion, carrot, celery, bay leaf and peppercorns for 2–3 hours, then strain the liquid and pick any meat from the bones. Chill the stock and lift off the firm layer of fat before using it.
How do you store raw and cooked turkey neck?
Keep raw turkey neck covered in the fridge and cook it within 1–2 days, or freeze it. Refrigerate cooked meat or stock within 2 hours and use within 3–4 days; freeze it for longer storage.
What dishes can you make with turkey neck?
Use the slow-cooked meat in gravy, soups, stews or rice dishes, or serve it with mashed potatoes and greens. The bones make a rich stock for sauces and cooking grains.
Is turkey neck fattier than turkey wing?
Yes: turkey neck has 6 g of fat per 100 g, compared with 1.48 g in turkey wing. Turkey wing also has more protein: 23.7 g per 100 g, against 17 g in turkey neck.
What nutrients stand out in turkey neck?
Turkey neck is high in selenium and vitamin B12; it is also a source of zinc, copper, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid and vitamin B6. A 100 g portion provides 3.4 mg of zinc.
Can you eat the small bones in turkey neck?
No. Cooked bones can splinter, so pick the meat off carefully and discard every bone before serving, especially if young children are eating.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 171086 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
