Porcupine balls with mushroom sauce: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
A delightful twist on porcupine meatballs, featuring ground beef and rice meatballs that resemble 'quills,' simmered in a rich, earthy mushroom sauce. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 4 Prep Time: 25 minutes Ingredients: - 1 lb ground beef - 1/2 cup uncooked white rice, rinsed - 1/4 cup chopped onion - 1 egg, beaten - 1/2 tsp garlic powder - Salt and black pepper to taste - 1 tbsp olive oil - 8 oz sliced mushrooms - 2 tbsp butter - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour - 2 cups beef broth - 1/2 tsp dried thyme - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Instructions: 1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, rinsed rice, chopped onion, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined; do not overmix. 2. Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs. 3. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides. You may need to do this in batches. Remove meatballs and set aside. 4. Add mushrooms to the pot and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove mushrooms and set aside. 5. In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux. 6. Gradually whisk in beef broth and thyme. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. 7. Return meatballs and mushrooms to the pot. Ensure meatballs are mostly submerged. 8. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until rice in the meatballs is cooked through and tender. Stir occasionally. 9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
Per 100g reference serving, Porcupine balls with mushroom sauce provides 157 kcal of energy, 10.3g protein (27% of calories), 10.7g total carbohydrates (28% of calories, including 0.5g dietary fiber and 0.5g sugars), and 7.76g total fat (45% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Porcupine balls with mushroom sauce (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 0.5 mg | 0.6% DV |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.1 µg | 0.5% DV |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 0.96 µg | 40% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 2 µg | 0.2% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.21 mg | 1.4% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 6.9 µg | 5.8% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.069 mg | 5.8% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.074 mg | 5.7% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 2.34 mg | 14.6% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.159 mg | 9.4% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 21 µg | 5.2% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 32 µg | 8% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 6 µg | 1.5% DV |
| Choline | 32.8 mg | 6% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 2 µg | 0.2% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 2 µg | 0% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Porcupine balls with mushroom sauce (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 1.35 mg | 7.5% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 18 mg | 1.4% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 12 mg | 2.9% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 151 mg | 3.2% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 2.37 mg | 21.5% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 10 µg | 18.2% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 89 mg | 7.1% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.062 mg | 6.9% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 601 mg | 26.1% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.131 g | 8.2% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 0.965 g | 6.9% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 3.09 g | 10.3% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 1.12 g | 5.6% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 2.63 g | 13.2% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10.3% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Porcupine balls with mushroom sauce contains 157 calories (kcal), 10.3g of protein, 10.7g of carbohydrates (0.5g fiber, 0.5g total sugars), and 7.76g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Porcupine balls with mushroom sauce has an estimated food pH of 6 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 4.64 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Porcupine balls with mushroom sauce: Eggs, Cereals containing gluten. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 8+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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