Meat and Poultry / Red Meat
Beef short rib Nutrition Facts
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 79% | |
| Calories | 248kcal / 2530kcal (9%) |
Macronutrients
Total Fat | 18.6 g/ 42g (44%) | ||||||
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Total Carbohydrates | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Protein | 20.2 g/ 71g (28%) | ||||||
Vitamins
Vitamin A | 0.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.04%) |
Vitamin C | 2 mg/ 70mg (2%) |
Vitamin B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vitamin B2 | 0.15 mg/ 1mg (11%) |
Vitamin B3 | 2.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (16%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 32 mg/ 750mg (4%) |
Iron | 1.1 mg/ 12mg (9%) |
Phosphorus | 107 mg/ 700mg (15%) |
Sodium | 70 mg/ 1500mg (4%) low |
Some descriptions on this page are generated with AI assistance to make nutrition information easier to understand. Nutritional data comes from trusted sources like DOST-FNRI and USDA.
What is this food?
AI-assisted Beef short rib is a cut of beef from the rib area. It’s mainly a protein-rich food, and in this form it also has a higher fat content (including saturated fat) and some cholesterol.
Why it matters to health
AI-assisted Beef short rib helps support your body’s needs for protein for muscle repair and growth. However, this serving has 18.6g total fat and 8.1g saturated fat, plus 76mg cholesterol. It’s also relatively low in carbs and fiber (0g fiber), so pairing it with vegetables and other fiber-rich foods helps balance your plate. Sodium is also present (about 70mg per 100g), so it’s good to watch how salty the cooking method or sauce is—especially if you eat it often.
Healthier tips
AI-assisted For a balanced day (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), treat beef short rib as a main protein but keep portions reasonable.
- Choose a serving size about 1 palm-sized portion per meal, then fill the rest of the plate with vegetables and fiber (e.g., kangkong, pechay, okra, or mixed veggies).
- Go easy on salty sauces (soy-based, bagoong, or very sweet-salty glazes). Use more aromatics like garlic, onion, pepper, and herbs for flavor.
- Pair with brown rice, mixed grains, or starchy sides in smaller portions to support energy without overloading calories.
- If you’re having it for lunch or dinner, balance the rest of the day with lighter, veggie-based snacks (fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small amounts).
Common Filipino dishes
Beef kaldereta, Beef mechado, Sinigang na baka, Nilagang baka, Kare-kare
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