What is this food?
Beef rump (lean beef cut). It’s a protein-rich viand, usually cooked as ulam (e.g., bistek, nilaga, ginisa).
Why it matters to health
Beef rump helps you meet your daily protein needs for muscle repair and keeping you full after meals. In this 100g serving, it has 104 kcal and low carbohydrates (0g), which makes it a good choice for balanced meals. It also has total fat (2.4g) with saturated fat (0.81g) and sodium (42mg). Since fat and saturated fat can add up depending on how it’s cooked, it’s best to pair it with lots of vegetables and use lighter cooking methods (less oil, less salty sauces).
Healthier tips
- For your 3 full meals + 1–2 snacks routine, use beef rump as the protein portion of your ulam (about 1 palm-sized serving per meal).
- Pair with 1–2 cups of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, cabbage, kangkong, broccoli) and add carbs from rice or root crops in a reasonable portion.
- Choose cooking styles like nilaga, stew, or light ginisa (use less oil; avoid heavy, salty sauces).
- If you’re watching sodium, go easy on soy sauce, patis, and seasoning mixes—taste as you cook.
Common Filipino dishes
Bistek Tagalog, Nilagang baka, Ginataang baka, Beef mechado, Kare-kare (with lean beef)