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Rich in protein and iron, tomato sauce adds fiber and vitamin C.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Beef sauté with tomato sauce (180 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.6 g of carbs, 24.3 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of B12 covers 83% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
216
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
7.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
24.3g
· 49% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 46% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 216 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 396 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% |
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 serving (medium) | 180 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 96 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 300 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Beef sauté with tomato sauce is made by browning bite-size beef in a hot pan, then cooking it with aromatics and tomatoes until tender. Brown the meat in batches so it sears rather than steams, and let the sauce simmer gently.
Chuck or another braising cut works well for beef sauté with tomato sauce because slow cooking makes it tender and flavorful. A tender cut such as sirloin cooks faster, but it can become chewy if simmered for too long.
Beef sauté with tomato sauce is often tough because the beef has not cooked long enough to soften, or a lean tender cut has been overcooked. For chuck, keep it covered at a gentle simmer until tender, adding a little liquid if the pan dries out.
To keep beef sauté with tomato sauce from turning watery, pat the beef dry and brown it in small batches over high heat. Add the tomatoes after browning, then simmer uncovered near the end so excess liquid can evaporate.
Beef sauté with tomato sauce pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or crusty bread, which can soak up the sauce. Add a green salad or cooked vegetables for a meal with a fresh, lighter side.
Yes, canned tomatoes work well in beef sauté with tomato sauce, especially when fresh tomatoes are out of season. Use crushed tomatoes for a smooth sauce or chopped tomatoes for more texture, and simmer uncovered if the sauce is too thin.
The simplest way to thicken the sauce for beef sauté with tomato sauce is to simmer it uncovered after the beef is tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking; tomato paste can add body and a deeper tomato flavor.
Beef sauté with tomato sauce keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you need until steaming hot, rather than leaving the dish at room temperature.
Yes, beef sauté with tomato sauce freezes well. Cool it, portion it into airtight freezer containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating; the beef may soften slightly, but the tomato sauce generally holds up.
Beef sauté with tomato sauce is typically browned in a pan and finished with a relatively concentrated tomato sauce. Beef stew usually contains more cooking liquid and vegetables and simmers longer as a spoonable, brothier one-pot meal.
Vitamins
B12
1.98µg · 83% DV
B3
5.58mg · 35% DV
B5
1.26mg · 25% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Zinc
4.68mg · 43% DV
Selenium
23µg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
216mg · 31% DV
Iron
3.78mg · 21% DV
Sodium
396mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
576mg · 17% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 216 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 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 sauté with tomato sauce is a homestyle dish of bite-sized beef browned in a pan and simmered with tomatoes until the sauce clings to the meat. In Turkey, where et sote is a familiar everyday preparation, cooks often add onion, peppers and spices, with variations from one household to another.
Serve it hot for lunch or dinner, commonly with rice or bread to soak up the sauce; a fresh salad or yogurt makes an easy accompaniment. It is a protein- and iron-rich meat dish, with relatively little carbohydrate from the tomato sauce. For a lighter meal, use oil sparingly and pair it with plenty of vegetables rather than a large serving of rice.
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
3.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.