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Beef cooked in paper with minimal added fat, high in protein.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Beef baked in paper (150 g) has 281 calories. That works out to 187 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 43.3 g of protein, 12.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.5 µg of B12 covers 144% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
281
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
43.3g
· 87% DV
Fat
12.1g
· 16% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 61% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 281 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.1 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 4.65 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.27 g | |
| Sodium | 102 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 43.3 g | 87% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 281 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 75 g | 140 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 120 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 140 g | 262 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 337 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 411 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 468 kcal |
Calculated from 187 calories per 100 g.
Beef baked in paper is beef cooked inside a wrapped paper parcel, usually in the oven. The enclosed steam helps keep the meat moist, and vegetables or seasonings can cook alongside it without needing a heavy sauce.
Yes, you can cook beef in oven-safe parchment paper. Seal the parcel so steam stays inside, and avoid waxed paper, which is not designed for oven cooking. Follow the paper packaging’s guidance for oven use.
Chuck, brisket, or shank work well for beef baked in paper because their connective tissue softens during slow cooking. Lean, tender cuts can dry out more easily, so keep them moist and avoid overcooking.
Season beef baked in paper with salt, pepper, garlic, and herbs such as thyme or rosemary. Onion and a little stock add moisture and savory flavor; keep the seasoning simple so it complements rather than masks the beef.
Beef baked in paper often cooks without added liquid because the meat and vegetables release moisture inside the parcel. Add a small splash of stock if you want more juices, but avoid filling the packet so much that it leaks.
Keep the parcel tightly closed and choose a cut suited to slow cooking to help prevent beef baked in paper from drying out. Check tenderness rather than repeatedly opening the packet, which lets steam escape.
Yes, vegetables can cook in the same parcel as beef baked in paper. Onion, carrots, and potatoes are common choices; cut firmer vegetables smaller so they soften at a pace closer to the beef.
Serve beef baked in paper with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad. If potatoes or carrots are already in the parcel, a crisp salad or steamed greens add contrast without making the meal feel too heavy.
Refrigerate leftover beef baked in paper in a covered container once it has cooled. Keep the cooking juices with the meat to preserve moisture, and reheat it thoroughly; a covered dish helps stop it drying out.
Beef baked in paper can be part of a balanced meal, especially when prepared with little added fat and served with vegetables. The cut of beef and the amount of salty seasoning or rich sauce also affect how nutritious the meal is.
Vitamins
B12
3.45µg · 144% DV
B3
8.7mg · 54% DV
B6
0.63mg · 37% DV
B2
0.27mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Zinc
7.65mg · 70% DV
Selenium
36µg · 65% DV
Phosphorus
330mg · 47% DV
Iron
3.9mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
510mg · 15% DV
Sodium
102mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 281 calories in 1 piece (medium) (150 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Beef baked in paper is made by wrapping beef in parchment and cooking it in the oven, often with seasonings and vegetables. The sealed parcel traps moisture and lets the meat cook in its own juices; the method is used in home cooking in many places, rather than belonging to one particular cuisine.
The beef usually comes out tender and juicy, with its savoury flavour at the centre. Serve it with roasted vegetables, potatoes or a fresh salad, depending on the meal. It is high in protein and contains no carbohydrates. For a lighter result, choose a lean cut and add vegetables to the parcel instead of extra fat.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.