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High protein, high sodium
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Cured beef sandwich (180 g) has 482 calories. That works out to 268 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.4 g of carbs, 33.1 g of protein, 19.3 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 1.6 µg of B12 covers 68% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
482
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
43.4g
· 16% DV
Protein
33.1g
· 66% DV
Fat
19.3g
· 25% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 28% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 482 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.3 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 5.58 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.22 g | |
| Sodium | 1602 mg | 70% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 33.1 g | 66% |
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) | 180 g | 482 kcal |
| 1 ounce (shredded) | 28 g | 75 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 241 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 268 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 322 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 140 g | 375 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 240 g | 643 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 804 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 360 g | 965 kcal |
Calculated from 268 calories per 100 g.
A cured beef sandwich is bread filled with beef that has been preserved by curing or drying. It may also include cheese, vegetables, or condiments, and the exact style varies with the type of cured beef and local tradition.
To make a cured beef sandwich, slice the cured beef thinly and layer it in bread with cheese or fresh vegetables. Add sauce sparingly so the bread does not get soggy; you can warm the beef briefly, but ready-to-eat cured beef does not need cooking.
No, a cured beef sandwich is not necessarily a pastrami sandwich. Pastrami is a particular seasoned, smoked, and cooked style of beef, while cured beef can be prepared in other ways and may be dried rather than smoked.
A sturdy bread works best with a cured beef sandwich because it holds the meat and toppings without collapsing. Try a roll, baguette, or sourdough; lightly toasting it helps keep sauces and juicy vegetables from making the bread soggy.
No, ready-to-eat cured beef does not need to be cooked before going into a sandwich. Warming it briefly can make it more tender and bring out its savory flavor, but prolonged heating may leave the meat dry or tough.
The beef in a cured beef sandwich can be tough because drying removes moisture, or because the meat is sliced too thickly or against the grain. Slice it thinly across the grain; brief warming can also soften it without drying it out further.
Make a cured beef sandwich less salty by using a smaller amount of beef and adding unsalted vegetables or a mild, unsalted spread. Avoid piling on pickles, olives, or salty cheese, since these can make the finished sandwich saltier.
Keep leftover cured beef sandwiches in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat them within 3–4 days. If the sandwich contains juicy vegetables or sauce, store those separately when possible to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
Yes, you can freeze a cured beef sandwich, but the bread and fresh vegetables may lose their texture after thawing. For better results, freeze the bread and cured beef without salad vegetables or sauce, then add fresh toppings after thawing.
A cured beef sandwich can be part of a meal, but cured beef is processed meat and is often high in sodium. Use a modest amount of meat, add plenty of vegetables, and avoid making it a frequent choice if you are limiting salt or processed meat.
Vitamins
B12
1.62µg · 68% DV
B3
8.64mg · 54% DV
B1
0.43mg · 36% DV
B2
0.34mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Sodium
1602mg · 70% DV
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Phosphorus
369mg · 53% DV
Zinc
4.32mg · 39% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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A cured beef sandwich puts dried or salt-cured beef between slices of bread, with other fillings varying by recipe. It is a straightforward way to serve preserved meat, rather than a single fixed regional dish; the bread and accompaniments can differ from one place to another.
The beef tends to taste concentrated and savoury, with a firm, chewy texture that contrasts with soft bread. Depending on local custom, it may be served cold or warmed, with greens, tomato or a sharp condiment. It provides substantial protein, but cured meat can also make the sandwich high in sodium. Pair it with fresh vegetables, or use a modest amount of meat and sauce for a lighter meal.
Medium
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 3
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.58g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.