It is determined trifle or edible viscera to the hearts, tripe, spleen, livers and gizzards of chickens or turkeys, which are found in the area of the animal’s thorax and abdomen organs.
Many people do not like to consume that food due to their origin, but the truth is that, like fruits and vegetables, they play an important role in health care due to the nutrients they contain.
According to a report on malnutrition from INEI, 11.5% of the population under 5 years of age suffers from chronic malnutrition. For example, this situation could be combated with the consumption of offal in stews, soups or other dishes that children like.
In this context, Eduardo Damacen, President of the Association of Importers of Refrigerated Food Products (Asipar), a business association that brings together the main importing companies of these foods, shares the benefits that offal can provide.
increased hemoglobin
The liver and spleen help increase the number of red blood cells, so it is a good alternative for people who have anemia. These foods also have a high content of vitamin A, which contributes to better vision and strengthening of the immune system.
Helps repair tissues such as muscle and joints
Giblets are high in amino acids, which are ideal for tissue repair and joint health. So it is advised to consume the products on a regular basis.
collagen for skin
Gizzards have a high amount of minerals and collagen, which help hold cells together. These nutrients help the growth of hair, nails and a better appearance of the skin, in addition, the viscera are rich in glycine that contributes to the health of the joints.
In which dishes can you consume giblets?
The giblets can be consumed in soups, stews, gourmet meals and also on the grill. These products are also a good option to replace chicken or other poultry in very popular dishes, but it is important that you wash the food well and cook it very carefully.
How to store giblets?
You can store these products in an airtight container in the refrigerator. In this way, the viscera will last between one and two days, and to thaw them you can place them in cold water or use the microwave if you wish.
“Eating giblets provides endless nutrients and benefits that make it worth incorporating them into our daily diet; even more so knowing that we are a country that still has a notable rate of childhood anemia. In addition, our gastronomy is rich and very creative, which means that we can present a culinary variety with giblets as inputs. From Asipar we seek to contribute to the nutritional contribution of all Peruvians”, he pointed, Eduardo Damacen, President of Asipar.