"Category 2 turkey poults" CPFC per 100 g. Calories, proteins, fats, carbohydrates

Category 2 turkey poults are turkey poults that do not meet the requirements of Category 1.

Characteristics and nutritional value

Category 2 turkey poults have the following characteristics:

• Appearance: the carcasses must be clean, without remaining feathers, down, pinfeathers and blood spots.
• Fattening: the muscles should be developed satisfactorily, but weakly.
• Color and odor: the color and odor of the carcasses should be typical for this type of bird.

On average, in 100 grams of Category 2 turkey poult meat there are:

• Proteins — 19.5 g;
• Fats — 10.5 g;
• Carbohydrates — 0 g;
• Calories — 165 kcal.

Applications

Category 2 turkey poults are used in cooking to prepare various poultry dishes. They can be fried, braised, roasted, grilled or baked.

Storage

Category 2 turkey poults, like other types of poultry, should be stored in the refrigerator at a temperature of 0 to +4 °C. The shelf life of chilled poultry meat is no more than 5 days.

Health benefits

Meat of Category 2 turkey poults contains a lot of protein that is necessary for growth and development of the body. It is also rich in B vitamins, which participate in metabolism and nervous system function. In addition, turkey meat contains many minerals such as iron, zinc, selenium, and others.

However, it should be remembered that, like any other product, meat of Category 2 turkey poults should be consumed in moderate quantities.