5. Red Meat
Red meat refers to meat or meat products obtained from large animals like goats, buffaloes, and pigs. In the meat industry, it is also called mutton, beef/buff, and pork, respectively. These sources are one the highest known sources of protein.
Red Meat | Protein (Per 100 g) | Calories (Per 100 g) |
Mutton | 25 g | 199 Kcal |
Beef | 26 g | 250 Kcal |
Pork | 27 g | 242 Kcal |
6. Fish
Marine and freshwater fish are also rich sources of protein along with iron and omega 3. Including any fish in your diet is a good idea to ensure daily nutrient intake. Some popular fish are tuna, sardine, mackerel, bhetki (barramundi), rui (rohu), and more.
Nutrients | Value (Per 100 g) |
Protein | 22 g |
Calories | 206 Kcal |