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Oven-cooked, fatty and collagen-rich beef neck.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Oven-cooked beef neck (120 g) has 282 calories. That works out to 235 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 28.2 g of protein, 18.6 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.6 µg of B12 covers 110% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
282
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
28.2g
· 56% DV
Fat
18.6g
· 24% 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 40% · Fat 60%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 282 kcal | |
| Total fat | 18.6 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 7.44 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 78 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 28.2 g | 56% |
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) | 120 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 141 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 212 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 353 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 423 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 235 calories per 100 g.
Oven-cooked beef neck comes from the cow’s neck, a well-used area with connective tissue and often bone. That makes it especially suited to slow cooking, which softens the meat and turns the connective tissue tender.
Cook oven-cooked beef neck slowly in a covered roasting dish with a little liquid. Keep the heat moderate and let it cook until a fork slips into the meat easily; rushing it at high heat can leave it chewy.
Yes, slow cooking softens the collagen in oven-cooked beef neck and converts some of it into gelatin. This is what gives the meat and its cooking juices a tender, rich texture when the dish has cooked long enough.
Browning oven-cooked beef neck first is optional, but it adds a deeper roasted flavor. Sear the pieces on all sides, then transfer them to a covered dish with a little cooking liquid for the slow oven cook.
Oven-cooked beef neck works well either bone-in or boneless. Bone-in pieces add flavor to the cooking juices, while boneless pieces are simpler to portion and serve; choose based on the cut available and how you plan to serve it.
Yes, oven-cooked beef neck cooks well with potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic. Cut the vegetables into generous pieces and add them around the meat so they hold their shape during the long cooking.
Oven-cooked beef neck is usually chewy because it needs more time to soften, or because it has dried out in an uncovered, hot oven. Cover the dish, add a little liquid, and continue cooking gently until fork-tender.
Salt, black pepper, garlic, thyme, and bay leaf all suit oven-cooked beef neck. Paprika or rosemary can add a different flavor; season the meat and the cooking liquid so the juices are flavorful too.
Yes, leftover oven-cooked beef neck freezes well. Cool it, pack it with some of its cooking juices in an airtight container, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating to help keep the meat moist.
Serve oven-cooked beef neck with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple green salad. Spoon the rich cooking juices over the meat, and pair them with something fresh or lightly acidic to balance the dish.
Vitamins
B12
2.64µg · 110% DV
B3
6.84mg · 43% DV
B6
0.46mg · 27% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Zinc
6.24mg · 57% DV
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
222mg · 32% DV
Iron
3.24mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
384mg · 11% DV
Sodium
78mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 282 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Oven-cooked beef neck is made from the neck of the animal, a well-worked cut with plenty of connective tissue. Given a long, gentle cook in the oven, it turns tender and deeply savoury; it may be cooked covered with a little liquid to keep it moist.
It is served as a hearty main in slow-cooked beef traditions, including Turkish home cooking, often alongside rice, potatoes or vegetables. The meat is protein-rich but also fairly fatty, so roasted vegetables or a crisp salad make good companions. For a lighter plate, skim the fat from the cooking juices before serving.
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
7.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.