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Whole goose egg
Calories & nutrition facts
fresh, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 185 kcal —
- Protein 14 g 28%
- Carbohydrate 1.4 g 0%
- Fat 13 g 17%
- Saturated fat 3.6 g 18%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0.9 g —
- Sodium 138 mg 6%
- Cholesterol 852 mg 284%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 187 µg 21%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 1.7 µg 9%
- Vitamin E 1.3 mg 9%
- Vitamin K 0.4 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.15 mg 12%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.38 mg 29%
- Niacin (B3) 0.19 mg 1%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 1.8 mg 35%
- Vitamin B6 0.24 mg 14%
- Folate (B9) 76 µg 19%
- Vitamin B12 5.1 µg 213%
- Choline 263 mg 48%
Minerals
- Calcium 60 mg 5%
- Iron 3.6 mg 20%
- Magnesium 16 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 208 mg 17%
- Potassium 210 mg 4%
- Zinc 1.3 mg 12%
- Copper 0.06 mg 7%
- Manganese 0.04 mg 2%
- Selenium 36.9 µg 67%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 | 14 g | 1.4 g | 13 g |
| 1 × egg | 144 g | 266 | 20 g | 1.9 g | 19 g |
| 2 × egg | 288 g | 533 | 40 g | 3.9 g | 38 g |
| ½ × egg | 72 g | 133 | 10 g | 1 g | 9.6 g |
| 3 × egg | 432 g | 799 | 60 g | 5.8 g | 57 g |
| 4 × egg | 576 g | 1066 | 80 g | 7.8 g | 76 g |
Similar foods
- Goose eggwhole, raw179 kcal / 100 g
- Whole duck eggfresh, raw185 kcal / 100 g
- Goose meatraw155 kcal / 100 g
- Whole eggraw, fresh143 kcal / 100 g
- Duck eggwhole, raw164 kcal / 100 g
- Domesticated goose meat and skinraw371 kcal / 100 g
- Domesticated goose meatraw161 kcal / 100 g
- Quail eggwhole, fresh, raw158 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken eggwhole, raw143 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Whole goose egg
How long should you boil a goose egg?
For a firm yolk, lower it gently into simmering water and cook for about 12–14 minutes, then cool it in cold water. Goose eggs are much larger than hen’s eggs, so give them longer than you would a standard boiled egg.
Can you use a goose egg instead of chicken eggs in baking?
Yes. One goose egg is roughly the size of two large chicken eggs, but weighing the beaten egg gives the closest match to a recipe. Whisk it before measuring, especially for cakes and biscuits.
What’s the best way to fry a goose egg?
Use a wide frying pan and cook it gently over a low to medium heat; the white takes longer to set than a hen’s egg. Covering the pan for a few minutes helps cook the top without over-browning the base.
How should you store goose eggs?
Keep raw goose eggs in their shells in the fridge, ideally in their carton to protect them and limit temperature changes. Refrigerate cooked eggs promptly, and use hard-boiled ones within a week.
What does a goose egg taste like, and what can you make with it?
It tastes much like a hen’s egg, with a rich yolk and a substantial, creamy texture. Use it for a large omelette, scrambled eggs or a savoury tart; its size also makes it handy for sharing.
Can you eat a goose egg raw?
It’s safer to cook it until both the white and yolk are firm, particularly for young children, older people and anyone more vulnerable to food-borne illness. Avoid using raw goose egg in uncooked sauces or desserts.
How does a goose egg compare with a duck egg?
Per 100 g, a goose egg has slightly more protein than a duck egg: 14 g compared with 12.8 g. Duck eggs have slightly more fat, at 13.8 g per 100 g compared with 13 g.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 172190 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
