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A hearty bean-and-beef dish providing protein and fiber.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Borlotti beans with beef (250 g) has 330 calories. That works out to 132 calories per 100 g. It contains 38 g of carbs, 21.5 g of protein, 10.5 g of fat and 12.8 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Copper covers 58% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
330
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
38g
· 14% DV
Protein
21.5g
· 43% DV
Fat
10.5g
· 13% DV
Fiber
12.8g
· 46% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 26% · Fat 28%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 330 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.5 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.13 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 613 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% |
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% |
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) | 250 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 24 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 317 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 462 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 660 kcal |
Calculated from 132 calories per 100 g.
Borlotti beans with beef is made by browning beef with onion, then simmering it with beans, tomato, and liquid until tender. Soak dried beans beforehand, or use cooked beans and add them later so they do not turn mushy.
Yes, soak dried beans before making Borlotti beans with beef to help them cook evenly. Drain and rinse the soaking water before cooking; cooked or canned beans do not need soaking and should be added later in the recipe.
Beef chuck or another braising cut works well in Borlotti beans with beef because slow cooking makes the meat tender and flavorful. Cut the beef into even pieces so they cook at a similar rate.
Yes, canned borlotti beans are convenient for Borlotti beans with beef. Drain and rinse them, then stir them in toward the end of cooking; adding them too early can make the beans break apart.
Beans in Borlotti beans with beef may stay hard if they are old, insufficiently soaked, or cooked with acidic tomato ingredients too soon. Cook them until nearly tender before adding tomatoes, and continue simmering until they soften.
Pinto beans or cranberry beans can replace borlotti beans in Borlotti beans with beef because they have a similar creamy texture. Kidney beans also work, though they are firmer and give the dish a different look.
Borlotti beans with beef pairs well with crusty bread, rice, or polenta, which soak up its savory sauce. A green salad or simply cooked vegetables make a fresh counterpoint to the hearty stew.
Yes, Borlotti beans with beef can be cooked in a slow cooker. Brown the beef first for deeper flavor, then cook it with soaked dried beans and the other ingredients; add canned beans later so they hold their shape.
Yes, Borlotti beans with beef freezes well. Cool it promptly, portion it into airtight freezer-safe containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating thoroughly; the beans may soften a little after freezing.
Leftover Borlotti beans with beef keep in the refrigerator for a few days when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, making sure it is hot throughout.
Vitamins
B12
1.13µg · 47% DV
Folate
137.5µg · 34% DV
B3
4.25mg · 27% DV
B5
1.05mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.53mg · 59% DV
Phosphorus
315mg · 45% DV
Manganese
0.78mg · 34% DV
Zinc
3.63mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
975mg · 29% DV
Sodium
613mg · 27% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Borlotti beans with beef is a hearty bean stew made with tender borlotti beans, beef, onion and typically tomato. It fits naturally into Turkish home cooking, where beans are simmered until soft and the sauce takes on the flavour of the meat and vegetables. The beans become creamy while holding their shape, balanced by the savoury, gently sweet taste of the tomato-based broth.
In Turkey it is commonly served hot as a main meal, often with rice or bread and a fresh salad. The beans contribute fibre as well as plant protein, while the beef makes the dish more substantial. For a lighter pot, use lean beef and keep the added oil modest.
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.
High
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.38g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.58g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.