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A protein- and iron-rich red meat dish sautéed with onion and cooking oil.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sautéed Red Meat with Onion (200 g) has 440 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 10 g of carbs, 48 g of protein, 24 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 4.2 µg of B12 covers 175% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
440
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
10g
· 4% DV
Protein
48g
· 96% DV
Fat
24g
· 31% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 43% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 440 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 8.6 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.8 g | |
| Sodium | 110 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 48 g | 96% |
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) | 200 g | 440 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 62 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 180 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 528 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 275 g | 605 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 350 g | 770 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Brown bite-size pieces of meat in a hot pan, then let them cook until their released liquid evaporates. Add sliced onion and oil, and continue cooking until the meat is tender and the onion softens. Season near the end so the meat stays juicy.
Beef chuck or another cut suited to slow cooking works well for Sautéed Red Meat with Onion, especially if you simmer it until tender. Lamb gives the dish a stronger flavor. Cut the meat into similarly sized pieces so it cooks evenly.
Sautéed Red Meat with Onion can turn tough if the meat is cooked quickly over high heat or comes from a naturally firm cut. Lower the heat and cook it covered until tender, adding a little hot water if the pan dries out.
Cook the meat first for Sautéed Red Meat with Onion, letting it brown and release its liquid before adding the onion. This gives the meat a chance to sear rather than steam; the onion can then soften in the flavorful pan juices.
For tender Sautéed Red Meat with Onion, cut the meat across the grain into even pieces and avoid crowding the pan. Brown it in batches if needed, then cook gently with the lid on until tender instead of leaving it over high heat.
Black pepper, cumin, paprika, and thyme all work well in Sautéed Red Meat with Onion. Use a light hand with strong spices so they do not overpower the browned meat and sweet onion, and add dried herbs while the dish simmers.
Serve Sautéed Red Meat with Onion with rice, potatoes, flatbread, or a grain such as bulgur to soak up the pan juices. A crisp salad or roasted vegetables balance the richness and make the plate feel less heavy.
Yes, Sautéed Red Meat with Onion can be made with ground beef, though the result is more like a minced-meat skillet than a bite-size meat sauté. Brown the beef first, drain excess fat if needed, then add onion and cook until soft.
Sautéed Red Meat with Onion keeps for about 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate leftovers promptly, and freeze portions if you will not eat them within that time.
Yes, Sautéed Red Meat with Onion freezes well. Cool it, divide it into meal-size portions, and store it in airtight freezer-safe containers. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating so it warms evenly.
Vitamins
B12
4.2µg · 175% DV
B3
10.4mg · 65% DV
B6
0.7mg · 41% DV
B2
0.36mg · 28% DV
Minerals
Zinc
8.4mg · 76% DV
Selenium
38µg · 69% DV
Phosphorus
380mg · 54% DV
Iron
4.8mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
660mg · 19% DV
Sodium
110mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sautéed Red Meat with Onion is a simple pan-cooked dish of red meat softened with sliced onion and cooking oil; the cut and seasoning can vary. It is not tied to one particular recipe, and similar skillet meals appear in home cooking across many cuisines.
As the onion cooks, it turns sweet and blends into the savory meat. Serve it hot with rice, flatbread, potatoes or a crisp salad; it works well as a main meal. The dish is rich in protein and iron, with relatively few carbohydrates: each 100 g provides 24 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use oil sparingly and add vegetables or salad; pair it with grains if you would like a more filling meal.
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
8.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.