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A small mound of pale ivory beef fat sits in irregular, soft-looking pieces with a faint sheen and slightly translucent edges.
●Low GI

Beef sauté fat Calories

Cooking oil/fat from sautéed beef; very high energy, low micronutrient density.

CALORIES · 100 G

884kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

0mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Beef sauté fat (14 g) has 124 calories. That works out to 884 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Beef sauté fat Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g

124

KCAL / 14G

Carbs

0g

· 0% DV

Protein

0g

· 0% DV

Fat

14g

· 18% 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 0% · Fat 100%

Beef sauté fat nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories124 kcal
Total fat14 g18%
Saturated fat5.53 g28%
Trans fat0.43 g
Sodium0 mg0%
Total carbohydrate0 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0 g0%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Beef sauté fat?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)14 g124 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g44 kcal
1 serving (small)20 g177 kcal
2 tablespoon (double)28 g248 kcal
1 ounce (medium)28 g248 kcal
3 tablespoon (triple)42 g371 kcal
0.25 cup (quarter)55 g486 kcal
100 g100 g884 kcal
½ cup (half)110 g972 kcal

Calculated from 884 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Beef sauté fat

Is beef sauté fat healthy?

Beef sauté fat is energy-dense and contains saturated fat, so it is best used sparingly rather than as the main cooking fat at every meal. A small amount can add flavor, but it does not provide much micronutrient value.

What can you cook with beef sauté fat?

Beef sauté fat works well for browning potatoes, mushrooms, or onions and can add savory flavor to grains. Strain out any browned meat bits first, especially if they are dark or burnt, so they do not make the next dish bitter.

How should you store beef sauté fat?

Cool beef sauté fat promptly, transfer it to a clean covered container, and refrigerate it. If meat juices or food scraps are mixed in, use it sooner than clean fat; discard it if it develops an off smell, mold, or an unusual appearance.

Can you reuse beef sauté fat from a pan?

Yes, you can reuse beef sauté fat if it has not burned and is free of food residue. Strain it after cooking; discard it if it smoked heavily, smells rancid, or contains browned scraps that may spoil or scorch.

Why does beef sauté fat turn solid in the fridge?

Beef sauté fat can solidify as it cools because animal fat firms at refrigerator temperatures. A solid or cloudy appearance by itself is normal; check for an unpleasant smell or other signs of spoilage before using it.

How do you separate beef sauté fat from meat juices?

Chill the pan liquid until the fat firms into a layer above the juices, then lift off that layer with a spoon. Keeping the watery juices separate helps the fat store better, since leftover moisture and meat particles can shorten its shelf life.

Can you freeze beef sauté fat?

Yes, beef sauté fat can be frozen. Let it cool, portion it into a freezer-safe airtight container, and label it; thaw only what you need and avoid refreezing fat that has already been thawed.

Does beef sauté fat have a high smoke point?

Not necessarily; the smoke point varies with how the fat was rendered and whether meat juices or browned particles remain. Use clean, strained beef sauté fat over moderate heat, and replace it if it begins smoking or smells scorched.

Can beef sauté fat replace butter in a recipe?

Sometimes, but beef sauté fat is not a neutral, one-for-one flavor substitute for butter. It adds a savory beef taste and lacks butter's water and milk solids, so it suits savory dishes better than baking or sweet recipes.

Does beef sauté fat make leftovers taste beefy?

Yes, beef sauté fat can give other foods a noticeable savory, beef-like flavor, especially when it contains browned bits from the pan. Use it with ingredients that suit that flavor, and choose a neutral oil when you do not want it.

Beef sauté fat Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

0.17mg · 1% DV

Vitamin K

1.12µg · 1% DV

Vitamin D

0.03µg · 0% DV

Vitamin A

0µg · 0% DV

Minerals

Calcium

0mg · 0% DV

Iron

0mg · 0% DV

Magnesium

0mg · 0% DV

Zinc

0mg · 0% DV

Sodium

0mg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

0mg · 0% DV

Beef sauté fat Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Beef sauté fat

To burn the 124 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g):

🚶

31min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

13min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

17min

Cycling

🏊

14min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Beef sauté fat?

Beef sauté fat is the fat released from beef as it cooks in a pan, rather than a separately added cooking oil. It may firm up as it cools and turn liquid again when warmed. Its flavour is savoury and distinctly beefy, often carrying the browned notes of the meat; the amount and intensity vary with the cut and cooking method.

It is usually left in the pan to enrich the dish, or spooned over potatoes, rice, vegetables or bread. In home cooking, a little can add depth to sautéed vegetables or a pan sauce. It is almost entirely fat, so it is energy-dense and contributes little beyond that; skim off some of the drippings if you prefer a less rich meal.

How Nutritious Is Beef sauté fat?

Nutrient density

Low

8/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

0/ 100

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.

Is Beef sauté fat Processed?

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.

Does Beef sauté fat Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Beef sauté fat Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Beef sauté fat Fat Profile

SATURATED

5.53g

MONOUNSATURATED

6.33g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.52g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.