Meat and Poultry / Red Meat
Beef brisket
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 84% |
| Calories | 211kcal / 2530kcal (8%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 18.2 g/ 71g (25%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 15.4 g/ 42g (36%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 1.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.25%) |
Vit B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B2 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (9%) |
Vit B3 | 5.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (33%) high |
Vit C | 14 mg/ 70mg (20%) source |
Minerals
Calcium | 8 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 148 mg/ 700mg (21%) source |
Iron | 1.4 mg/ 12mg (11%) |
Sodium | 58 mg/ 1500mg (3%) low |
What is this food?
Beef brisket is a cut of beef (usually from the chest area) cooked as a main viand. It’s mainly a protein food, and in this serving it also has a noticeable amount of fat.
Why it matters to health
In 100g, beef brisket provides protein to help build and repair body tissues and keep you full between meals. It also has cholesterol and saturated fat (6.08g saturated fat per 100g), which can add up if you eat it often or in big portions. On the positive side, it has very low carbs and fiber, so pairing it with vegetables and enough rice/other carbs (in the right portion) helps balance your plate. It also has sodium (58mg per 100g), and some recipes (like braised or seasoned versions) may add more—so it’s good to watch portions and how it’s cooked.
Healthier tips
- Use it as a viand: aim for about 1 palm-sized portion per meal, especially if you also eat other fatty meats.
- Pair with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, talong, okra) and add a fiber-rich side to support fullness and better overall balance.
- Choose cooking methods that reduce extra fat: braise/steam with less added oil, and skim off visible fat if possible.
- If you’re having it for lunch or dinner, keep the rest of the day’s snacks lighter (e.g., fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions) so your total intake stays balanced.
- Enjoy it with the usual Filipino meal pattern: 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks, and don’t make brisket the default every day—rotate with fish, chicken (leaner cuts), tofu, or legumes.
Common Filipino dishes
Beef Brisket (Nilaga/Stew), Beef Caldereta, Corned Beef Brisket, Beef Mechado, Beef Tapa
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