Meat and Poultry
Carabeef lean meat, boiled
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 88% |
| Calories | 100kcal / 2530kcal (3%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 22.4 g/ 71g (31%) | ||||
Total Fat | 1.2 g/ 42g (2%) low | ||||
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Total Carbs | 0 g/ 348g (0%) | ||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 3.25 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.46%) |
Vit B1 | 0.08 mg/ 1mg (6%) |
Vit B2 | 0.12 mg/ 1mg (9%) |
Vit B3 | 2.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (15%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 101 mg/ 750mg (13%) |
Phosphorus | 176 mg/ 700mg (25%) source |
Iron | 3.1 mg/ 12mg (25%) source |
Sodium | 50 mg/ 1500mg (3%) low |
What is this food?
Carabeef lean meat, boiled. It’s a protein-rich dish made from carabao beef that’s cooked by boiling, so it’s generally lighter than fried preparations.
Why it matters to health
Why it’s good: With about 100 kcal per 100 g and very low carbs, boiled lean carabeef helps you meet your daily protein needs for muscle repair and keeping you full between meals. Fat and sodium notes: It has 1.2 g total fat and 0.42 g saturated fat, which are relatively low for meat, but still worth balancing with other foods. It also has about 50 mg sodium, so it’s best to keep an eye on added salt and salty sauces during your meals.
Healthier tips
- Pair with non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, cabbage) and a small serving of rice if you need energy for the day.
- Choose lean cuts and skim off visible fat after boiling if needed.
- Flavor with garlic, onion, herbs, and spices instead of extra salt; go easy on salty condiments.
- For your daily pattern (3 full meals + 1–2 snacks), use it as your protein at lunch or dinner, and keep snacks mostly fruit or yogurt rather than more meat.
- Watch portions: a typical serving is around 80–120 g cooked, depending on your appetite and activity.
Common Filipino dishes
Nilagang baka, Bulalo, Kare-kare with lean beef, Sinigang na baka, Tapa (lean, less oil)
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