Ostrich, ground, cooked, pan-broiled: Nutrition Facts
Generic food Cooked Poultry
Ostrich, ground, cooked, pan-broiled contains 175 kcal per 100 g. A 1 serving, 3 oz (85 g) provides about 149 kcal.
Roughly 62% of its calories come from protein, with 38% from fat and 0% from carbohydrates (estimated with general energy factors).
That is close to the median for poultry products on FoodFactly (176 kcal per 100 g).
100 g provides 239% of the Daily Value for Vitamin B12, 61% of the Daily Value for selenium and 41% of the Daily Value for Niacin (B3).
These values are for the cooked food. Raw and other preparations have their own values, listed separately below.
The data comes from USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, where most core values were measured by laboratory analysis.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories C | 175 kcal | |
| Total fat M | 7.1 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat C | 1.8 g | 9% |
| Trans fat I | 0.23 g | |
| Cholesterol M | 83 mg | 28% |
| Sodium M | 80 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrates Z | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber Z | 0 g | 0% |
| Total sugars Z | 0 g | |
| Protein M | 26.2 g | 52% |
| Vitamin A ? | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C Z | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D ? | 0.1 µg | 0.5% |
| Vitamin E M | 0.24 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K I | 3.5 µg | 3% |
| Thiamin (B1) M | 0.21 mg | 18% |
| Riboflavin (B2) M | 0.27 mg | 21% |
| Niacin (B3) M | 6.6 mg | 41% |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) M | 1.2 mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 M | 0.5 mg | 29% |
| Folate (B9) C | 14 µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B12 M | 5.7 µg | 239% |
| Choline I | 65.7 mg | 12% |
| Calcium M | 8 mg | 0.6% |
| Iron M | 3.4 mg | 19% |
| Magnesium M | 23 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus M | 224 mg | 18% |
| Potassium M | 323 mg | 7% |
| Zinc M | 4.3 mg | 39% |
| Copper M | 0.14 mg | 15% |
| Manganese M | 0.017 mg | 0.7% |
| Selenium M | 33.5 µg | 61% |
% DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults (reference amounts). Letters show how each value was obtained: M measured, C calculated, L label, Z assumed zero, I imputed. Vitamins and minerals not listed were not reported by the source.
Nutritional breakdown
- Protein 62%
- Fat 38%
Approximate share of calories, using general energy factors (4 kcal/g protein and carbohydrate, 9 kcal/g fat, 7 kcal/g alcohol).
Vitamins and minerals, % Daily Value per 100 g
Nutritional insights
- Protein26.2 gabove the median for poultry products (median 23.3 g)
- Fat7.1 gbelow the median for poultry products (median 8.1 g)
- Saturated fat1.8 gbelow the median for poultry products (median 2.2 g)
- Sodium80 mgbelow the median for poultry products (median 88 mg)
- Protein per 100 kcal14.9 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water67.1 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat C | 2.2 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat C | 0.74 g |
Amino acids (19)
| Tryptophan M | 0.23 g |
|---|---|
| Threonine M | 1.1 g |
| Isoleucine M | 1.2 g |
| Leucine M | 2.1 g |
| Lysine M | 2.3 g |
| Methionine M | 0.73 g |
| Cystine M | 0.27 g |
| Phenylalanine M | 1.1 g |
| Tyrosine M | 0.85 g |
| Valine M | 1.3 g |
| Arginine M | 1.8 g |
| Histidine M | 0.66 g |
| Alanine M | 1.7 g |
| Aspartic acid M | 2.4 g |
| Glutamic acid M | 4 g |
| Glycine M | 1.7 g |
| Proline M | 1.4 g |
| Serine M | 1 g |
| Hydroxyproline I | 0.47 g |
Individual fatty acids (29)
| EPA (omega-3, 20:5 n-3) Z | 0 g |
|---|---|
| DHA (omega-3, 22:6 n-3) Z | 0 g |
| Linoleic acid (omega-6, 18:2) M | 0.63 g |
| SFA 4:0 Z | 0 g |
| SFA 6:0 Z | 0 g |
| SFA 8:0 Z | 0 g |
| SFA 10:0 M | 0 g |
| SFA 12:0 M | 0 g |
| SFA 14:0 M | 0.04 g |
| SFA 16:0 M | 1.3 g |
| SFA 18:0 M | 0.39 g |
| SFA 20:0 M | 0.002 g |
| MUFA 18:1 M | 1.8 g |
| PUFA 18:3 M | 0.045 g |
| PUFA 20:4 M | 0.057 g |
| SFA 22:0 M | 0 g |
| MUFA 14:1 M | 0.001 g |
| MUFA 16:1 M | 0.34 g |
| PUFA 18:4 Z | 0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 M | 0.024 g |
| MUFA 22:1 Z | 0 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) Z | 0 g |
| SFA 15:0 M | 0.012 g |
| SFA 17:0 M | 0.012 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c M | 0.005 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c M | 0 g |
| MUFA 17:1 M | 0.005 g |
| PUFA 20:3 M | 0 g |
| MUFA 15:1 M | 0 g |
Carotenoids (8)
| Beta-carotene Z | 0 µg |
|---|---|
| Lycopene Z | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin Z | 0 µg |
| Retinol M | 0 µg |
| Carotene, alpha Z | 0 µg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units I | 4 IU |
| Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) I | 0.1 µg |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta Z | 0 µg |
Other components (12)
| Water M | 67.1 g |
|---|---|
| Alcohol Z | 0 g |
| Caffeine Z | 0 mg |
| Ash M | 0.83 g |
| Theobromine Z | 0 mg |
| Energy C | 734 kJ |
| Vitamin A, IU M | 0 IU |
| Folic acid Z | 0 µg |
| Folate, food M | 14 µg |
| Betaine I | 9.1 mg |
| Vitamin E, added Z | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12, added Z | 0 µg |
Other forms of Ostrich
Raw, cooked, dried and processed versions are separate records with their own measured values.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ostrich, inside leg, raw Raw | 111 | 22.4 g | 0 g | 1.7 g |
| Ostrich, inside leg, cooked Cooked | 141 | 29 g | 0 g | 1.9 g |
| Ostrich, inside strip, raw Raw | 127 | 23.7 g | 0 g | 2.9 g |
| Ostrich, inside strip, cooked Cooked | 164 | 29.4 g | 0 g | 4.3 g |
| Ostrich, oyster, cooked Cooked | 159 | 28.8 g | 0 g | 4 g |
| Ostrich, round, raw Raw | 116 | 22 g | 0 g | 2.4 g |
| Ostrich, tenderloin, raw Raw | 123 | 22.1 g | 0 g | 3.2 g |
| Ostrich, tip trimmed, raw Raw | 114 | 21.9 g | 0 g | 2.3 g |
| Ostrich, ground, raw Raw | 165 | 20.2 g | 0 g | 8.7 g |
| Ostrich, fan, raw Raw | 117 | 21.8 g | 0 g | 2.7 g |
| Ostrich, outside leg, raw Raw | 115 | 22.9 g | 0 g | 2 g |
| Ostrich, outside strip, raw Raw | 120 | 23.4 g | 0 g | 2.2 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Foods with a similar nutritional profile
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turkey, whole, giblets, cooked, simmered Cooked | 173 | 26.4 g | 0 g | 6.6 g |
| Chicken, broiler, rotisserie, BBQ, breast, meat and skin Cooked | 175 | 26.4 g | 0.09 g | 7.7 g |
| Chicken, liver, all classes, cooked, pan-fried Cooked | 172 | 25.8 g | 1.1 g | 6.4 g |
| Turkey, whole, meat and skin, with added solution, roasted Cooked | 176 | 26.1 g | 0 g | 8 g |
| Chicken, heart, all classes, cooked, simmered Cooked | 185 | 26.4 g | 0.1 g | 7.9 g |
| Chicken, broilers or fryers, wing, meat only, cooked, stewed Cooked | 181 | 27.2 g | 0 g | 7.2 g |
| Chicken, broilers or fryers, leg, meat only, cooked, stewed Cooked | 185 | 26.3 g | 0 g | 8.1 g |
| Chicken, broilers or fryers, meat only, cooked, stewed Cooked | 177 | 27.3 g | 0 g | 6.7 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in cooked ostrich?
100 g of cooked ostrich has 175 kcal. 1 serving, 3 oz (85 g): about 149 kcal. 1 patty (93 g): about 163 kcal.
Is cooked ostrich high in protein?
Cooked ostrich contains 26.2 g of protein per 100 g (52% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 22.2 g in 1 serving, 3 oz (85 g). About 62% of its calories come from protein. Compared with other poultry products, that is above the median (median 23.3 g).
How many carbs are in cooked ostrich?
Cooked ostrich has 0 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 0 g of fiber and 0 g of sugars.
How much fat is in cooked ostrich?
Cooked ostrich contains 7.1 g of fat per 100 g, of which 1.8 g is saturated (9% of the Daily Value).
What vitamins and minerals does cooked ostrich contain?
Per 100 g, the most notable amounts relative to the Daily Value are Vitamin B12 (239% DV), selenium (61% DV), Niacin (B3) (41% DV), zinc (39% DV) and Vitamin B6 (29% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in cooked ostrich?
100 g contains 80 mg of sodium, 3% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.
Does ostrich have the same nutrition cooked and raw?
No. Per 100 g, ostrich, ground, cooked, pan-broiled has 175 kcal, while ostrich, inside leg, raw has 111 kcal. Cooking changes the water content, so always use the record that matches how you weigh the food.
Where does this nutrition data come from?
From USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record dated April 1, 2019. FoodFactly last checked it on November 6, 2026. Each value above shows whether it was measured, calculated or taken from a label.
Source of the nutrition information
- USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record 174482. License: CC0 1.0 (U.S. public domain). Source record dated April 1, 2019. Imported November 6, 2026.
Last updated: . Data quality score: 100/100 (how it is calculated).
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