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Low-oil rice pilaf with beef; provides balanced carbohydrates and protein.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Rice pilaf with beef (low oil) (180 g) has 302 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.6 g of carbs, 13 g of protein, 8.6 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
302
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
41.6g
· 15% DV
Protein
13g
· 26% DV
Fat
8.6g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 56% · Protein 18% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 302 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.6 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.61 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 396 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.6 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 13 g | 26% |
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 | 302 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 30 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (small) | 72 g | 121 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 80 g | 134 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 269 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 320 g | 538 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Rice pilaf with beef (low oil) is made with rice, pieces of beef, and water or stock, usually with onion and seasoning. Recipes may include butter or oil in a small amount, and some versions add chickpeas or spices.
Cook the beef until tender, then combine it with rinsed rice and enough stock or water to cook the grains. Let rice pilaf with beef (low oil) finish covered over low heat, then rest it before fluffing so the grains stay separate.
A beef cut that becomes tender with slow cooking works best for rice pilaf with beef (low oil); stewing beef is a practical choice. Cook the meat until tender before adding the rice, since the grains can overcook while tougher beef finishes.
Rice pilaf with beef (low oil) turns mushy when it has too much liquid, the rice was not drained well, or it was stirred too often. Rinse and drain the rice, use measured liquid, and leave the covered pilaf undisturbed while it cooks.
Yes, leftover roast beef works in rice pilaf with beef (low oil). Add the cooked beef near the end of cooking so it heats through without drying out, and use stock or cooking liquid to give the rice a savory flavor.
No, rice pilaf with beef (low oil) is not the same as biryani. Turkish-style etli pilav is generally a simpler rice-and-meat dish, while biryani typically layers or combines rice with a more elaborate blend of spices and aromatics.
Yes, you can make rice pilaf with beef (low oil) in a rice cooker if the beef is already tender. Add the cooked meat, rinsed rice, and the appropriate amount of stock or water, then follow the cooker’s instructions.
To keep rice pilaf with beef (low oil) from tasting greasy, trim visible fat from the beef and use only a small amount of cooking oil. If using homemade beef stock, chill it first and remove the solidified fat from the surface.
Rice pilaf with beef (low oil) keeps for 3–4 days in the refrigerator when cooled promptly and stored in a covered container. Avoid leaving cooked rice at room temperature for long, and reheat leftovers until steaming hot throughout.
Yes, rice pilaf with beef (low oil) can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly; the rice may be softer after freezing, so add a splash of water while reheating.
Vitamins
B12
0.81µg · 34% DV
B3
3.42mg · 21% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Biotin
3.24µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Zinc
2.52mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
155mg · 22% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Sodium
396mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
212mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Rice pilaf with beef, made with little oil, brings together rice cooked with pieces of beef, often with stock or simple seasonings for flavour. It is a familiar home-style combination across cuisines where pilaf is served, including Turkish cooking, where rice is often cooked until fluffy and paired with meat.
The grains should be tender and separate, with savoury, soft beef throughout. Serve it as a main meal with salad or plain yoghurt, or alongside vegetables for a fuller plate. It supplies carbohydrates from the rice and protein from the beef; a 100 g portion provides 7.2 g of protein. For a lighter meal, keep the oil modest and add fresh vegetables rather than a rich side.
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 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
— 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
2.61g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.86g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.