Prepared and Processed / Canned Meats
Beef kare-kare, cnd
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 64kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 9 g/ 71g (12%) | ||||
Total Fat | 1.1 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||
Total Carbs | 4.4 g/ 348g (1%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 24.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (3%) |
Vit B1 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.83%) |
Vit B2 | 0.07 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B3 | 1.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (7%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 76 mg/ 750mg (10%) |
Phosphorus | 45 mg/ 700mg (6%) |
Iron | 2.2 mg/ 12mg (18%) |
Sodium | 109 mg/ 1500mg (7%) low |
What is this food?
Beef kare-kare (about 100g). It’s a Filipino stew where beef is cooked until tender and usually served with a thick peanut-based sauce, plus vegetables.
Why it matters to health
This dish is a good choice for your meal because it provides protein from the beef, which helps keep you full and supports muscle repair. It also has fiber (1.5g) from the vegetables, which can help with digestion. However, it also contains sodium (109mg) and sugar (1.7g) from the sauce—so it’s best to enjoy it as part of your regular 3 meals and not as a frequent “extra” snack. The fat is relatively low in this portion (1.1g), but kare-kare can vary depending on how much peanut sauce is used.
Healthier tips
- For a balanced plate, pair kare-kare with more vegetables (like pechay, string beans, or eggplant) and keep the rice portion just right.
- If you’re having it with rice, aim for about 1/2 to 1 cup cooked rice per meal, then fill the rest with the stew and veggies.
- Ask for slightly less sauce or use a thinner peanut sauce if you’re watching sodium and added sweetness.
- Since it’s a filling main dish, keep snacks lighter (e.g., fruit or yogurt) so your day stays balanced.
Common Filipino dishes
Kare-kare, Beef mechado, Bulalo, Sinigang na baka, Nilaga, Adobo
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