Raw Beef Sausage (Ossenworst)
Amsterdam's heritage sausage with a long history: raw minced beef seasoned with nutmeg, cloves and white pepper and lightly cold-smoked. It has zero net carbohydrate, so a glycemic index does not apply, and it is one of the purest sources of protein, iron and B vitamins among cold dishes.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Eat a few thin slices as part of a cold starter platter with gherkins and sharp Dutch mustard; it gives immediate protein satiety that supports stable glucose.
Best preparation methods
Buy it very fresh from a trusted butcher (keurslager), keep it refrigerated and eat it within two days at most; don't leave it at room temperature.
Important Nutritional Note
⚠️ Important clinical warning: ossenworst is entirely raw beef; it must never be eaten by pregnant women, young children or people with weakened immunity because of the risk of E. coli bacteria and toxoplasmosis.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 210 kcal | 63 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g | 5.4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0.1 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0.1 g |
| Fat | 15 g | 4.5 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It provides 8.6 g of protein per 100 kcal, ranking 17 of 24 in Meat, fish & eggs (highest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Raw Beef Sausage (Ossenworst) good for weight loss?
It can be a useful part of a weight-loss plan because it provides 8.6 g of protein per 100 kcal, and protein supports fullness. A 30 g portion gives 63 kcal.
How does Raw Beef Sausage (Ossenworst) affect blood sugar?
Raw Beef Sausage (Ossenworst) contains only 0.5 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Raw Beef Sausage (Ossenworst)?
A typical 30 g portion of Raw Beef Sausage (Ossenworst) provides about 63 kcal, 5.4 g protein, 0.1 g carbohydrate, 4.5 g fat and 0 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.