Meat and Poultry / Red Meat
Beef plate
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 66% |
| Calories | 203kcal / 2530kcal (8%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 18.2 g/ 71g (25%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 14.5 g/ 42g (34%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 2.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.32%) |
Vit B1 | 0.03 mg/ 1mg (2%) |
Vit B2 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B3 | 4.3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (26%) source |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 26 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 132 mg/ 700mg (18%) source |
Iron | 1.5 mg/ 12mg (12%) |
Sodium | 66 mg/ 1500mg (4%) low |
What is this food?
Beef plate (about 100 g). This is a serving of beef, usually paired with rice and other sides in a typical plate meal. It’s mainly a protein food.
Why it matters to health
Beef plate helps you meet your daily protein needs for muscle repair and keeping you full between meals. In this serving, you get 14.5 g total fat with 5.8 g saturated fat and 70 mg cholesterol. It’s also relatively low in carbs and fiber (0 g carbs, 0 g fiber), so pairing it with vegetables and whole grains helps balance your plate. Sodium is also present (about 66 mg), so it’s best to watch how salty the whole meal is (especially if sauces are added). Since this is a richer food, it’s best to enjoy it as part of a balanced routine—everything in moderation—especially if you’re aiming for heart-friendly eating.
Healthier tips
- Build your plate: 1/2 vegetables (fresh or lightly cooked), 1/4 protein (beef), and 1/4 carbs (rice or other whole grains).
- Choose leaner cuts when possible, or trim visible fat to reduce saturated fat.
- Watch portion size: for a regular day with 3 meals plus 1–2 snacks, keep beef to a reasonable serving and don’t make it the only protein choice every meal.
- Add fiber: include at least one side of vegetables or a small serving of beans/whole grains to support digestion and fullness.
- Go easy on salty sauces/condiments to keep the overall sodium lower.
Common Filipino dishes
Beef tapa, Beef caldereta, Beef mechado, Kare-kare (beef), Bulalo
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