John Fury has once again managed to divide opinion online — this time not with a fiery press conference outburst, but with what’s on his plate.
The 60-year-old father of heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury and professional boxer Tommy Fury has revealed the “one bowl” meal he claims to eat three times a day, describing it as the key to staying “fit as a fiddle” well into his sixties.
And while John insists it’s the secret to his strength, fans think it looks more like something from an I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! eating trial.
“Good evening, this is what John Fury eats three times a day – breakfast, dinner and tea,” he began in a social media video that’s since gone viral.
“That’s my casserole dish, it’s been well used as you can see. I’m into my fourth day with this one bowl. It’s consisting of lamb hearts, liver, pickled ox tongue, broccoli, barley, red cabbage, onions, potatoes, sweet potatoes, all of the vegetables – you name it.”
He added: “They’re done in boiled water. No salt, just black pepper and turmeric and there it is served up on a plate ready for eating.”
If that wasn’t enough to test viewers’ stomachs, the 60-year-old admitted the concoction is “not for the faint-hearted” — and even boasted that “the older it is, the better it tastes.”
According to John, the stew is his breakfast, lunch and dinner — every single day.
John Fury’s Daily Menu:
- Breakfast: Stew of lamb hearts, liver, ox tongue, broccoli, barley, red cabbage, onions, potatoes, sweet potatoes, vegetables
- Lunch: Stew of lamb hearts, liver, ox tongue, broccoli, barley, red cabbage, onions, potatoes, sweet potatoes, vegetables
- Dinner: Stew of lamb hearts, liver, ox tongue, broccoli, barley, red cabbage, onions, potatoes, sweet potatoes, vegetables
The Fury patriarch, who fought professionally between 1987 and 1995, has long been known for his larger-than-life personality and old-school approach to fitness. He’s often spotted training alongside his sons, particularly during Tyson’s fight camps.
Despite his sons’ fame and fortune, John still prides himself on living modestly and staying true to his traveller roots, frequently speaking about life in his caravans and the importance of staying grounded.
Back in 2020, while helping Tyson prepare for his bout with Deontay Wilder, John described himself as a “fat b***ard” but stressed that he was “fit as a fiddle” and “reaping the rewards” for looking after himself throughout his life.
His love for staying active clearly rubbed off on Tommy, who told Men’s Health earlier this year that his dad’s training habits shaped his own. “I can remember being outside with my dad as a lad doing a weights circuit with him, following him around,” Tommy said. “I used to follow him on runs, too. I basically looked at my dad and thought, ‘Right, if that’s what he does, I need to do the same’. When I got older, I started training with him.”
But while John’s meal plan might keep him feeling young, social media users were less than impressed by its appearance.
“John send the recipe to Ant and Dec for the jungle, you’d make a few quid,” one TikTok commenter joked, while another wrote: “John Fury for next year’s I’m a Celebrity.”
Another asked: “Does man know he got money?”
Referencing his granddaughter, another joked: “Bambi ain’t eating at grandad’s house”.
Others took a lighter view, comparing his culinary efforts to something from Celebrity MasterChef. “Who thinks John Fury needs to be on Celebrity MasterChef?!” one user asked. Another added: “Celebrity MasterChef will be calling soon… Enjoy lad.”
Fans might not be rushing to copy John’s meal prep routine, but there’s no denying the Fury family’s unique way of doing things — both in and out of the ring.
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