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Oil used for sautéing ground beef with onion and red pepper, typically sunflower or olive oil. Suitable for frying and sautéing.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Oil for ground beef with onion and red pepper (14 g) has 119 calories. That works out to 884 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 13.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 5.5 mg of Vitamin E covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 13.5 g
119
KCAL / 13.5G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
13.5g
· 17% 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 119 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.5 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 1.35 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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 tablespoon (medium) | 13.5 g | 119 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 4.5 g | 40 kcal |
| 10 g | 10 g | 88 kcal |
| 20 g | 20 g | 177 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 27 g | 239 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 248 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (jumbo) | 40.5 g | 358 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 884 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 216 g | 1909 kcal |
Calculated from 884 calories per 100 g.
Sunflower oil or olive oil both work well for ground beef with onion and red pepper. This listing classifies the oil as minimally processed; olive oil adds a more noticeable flavor, while sunflower oil is relatively neutral.
Use just enough oil to lightly coat the pan. Fatty ground beef may release plenty of its own fat, while lean beef can need a little more to keep the onion and pepper from sticking.
Yes, warm the pan and oil before adding the beef, but do not let the oil smoke. Add the onion and red pepper according to your recipe so they soften without burning.
Yes, extra-virgin olive oil works for ground beef with onion and red pepper and gives the mixture a distinct flavor. Keep the heat moderate; if you want a more neutral taste, choose sunflower oil instead.
Yes, especially if the ground beef has some fat of its own. Start it in a nonstick pan; if the ingredients begin sticking before the meat releases fat and juices, add a small splash of water.
The grease can come from both the added oil and fat released by the beef. Use less added oil next time, or spoon off the excess fat after cooking before serving the mixture.
Pat wet ingredients dry and add them carefully to the pan; water hitting hot oil causes splattering. Lowering the heat also helps, especially once the beef releases liquid into the oil.
Add chopped red pepper with the onion or once the onion has started to soften, so the pepper cooks through without becoming mushy. If you mean chilli flakes, add them briefly near the end to avoid scorching.
It is better not to reuse it. Bits of beef, onion, and pepper can remain in the oil and burn when reheated, affecting the flavor of whatever you cook next.
Keep the oil tightly closed in a cool, dark cupboard, away from the stove and direct sunlight. Heat and light can make it lose freshness and develop stale flavors sooner.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
5.54mg · 37% DV
Vitamin K
0.73µg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
0.14mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 119 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (13.5 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.
Oil for ground beef with onion and red pepper is the cooking fat added as the meat and vegetables are sautéed, usually sunflower or olive oil. It is a component of the filling rather than a finished sauce, and is used in recipes for stuffed vegetables, savoury pies, pastries and flatbreads. The exact oil and amount vary by recipe and kitchen.
It helps soften the onion and brown the beef, while too much can leave a filling greasy. Oil is entirely fat and energy-dense: 100 g provides 884 kcal, with no protein or carbohydrate. For a lighter result, measure it rather than pouring freely; you can also drain excess fat before using the filling.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
1.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.11g
POLYUNSATURATED
8.51g
Omega 6:3 ratio 79.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (79.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.