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Bun sandwich with slow-cooked beef short rib
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Short Rib Bun (180 g) has 482 calories. That works out to 268 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.4 g of carbs, 28.4 g of protein, 21.4 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 2.3 µg of B12 covers 94% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
482
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
43.4g
· 16% DV
Protein
28.4g
· 57% DV
Fat
21.4g
· 27% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 24% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 482 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.4 g | 27% |
| Saturated fat | 7.65 g | 38% |
| Trans fat | 0.58 g | |
| Sodium | 954 mg | 41% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 28.4 g | 57% |
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 | 482 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 241 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 268 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 130 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 180 g | 482 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 670 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 360 g | 965 kcal |
Calculated from 268 calories per 100 g.
A short rib bun is a sandwich made with tender, slow-cooked beef short rib in a soft bun. The meat is often shredded or pulled, then paired with sauce and toppings.
No, a short rib bun is not necessarily a bao. “Bun” can mean a soft bread roll, while bao usually refers to a Chinese steamed bun; a short rib filling can be served in either, depending on the recipe.
A short rib bun uses beef from the rib section, commonly sold as bone-in or boneless short ribs. The cut is valued for its rich flavor and becomes tender when cooked slowly.
The beef is usually braised or otherwise slow-cooked until tender enough to pull apart. It is then placed in the bun, often with some cooking juices or sauce to keep the filling moist.
Pickled onions, crunchy slaw, and pickles work well on a short rib bun because their sharpness and texture balance the rich beef. Add them just before serving so the bun does not become soggy.
The beef becomes tender because slow cooking softens the connective tissue in short ribs. Once cooked, the meat can be pulled into strands; cooking it quickly over high heat usually will not produce the same texture.
Serve a short rib bun with a crisp salad, slaw, pickles, or roasted potatoes. Fresh or tangy sides complement the rich filling without competing with its flavor.
Yes, you can cook the short rib filling ahead and assemble the buns shortly before serving. Keep the meat, bread, and fresh toppings separate until then to protect the bun’s texture.
Store leftover short rib buns in an airtight container in the refrigerator. For better texture, separate the beef from the bun and toppings before storing, since sauce can make the bread soggy.
Reheat the short rib filling gently with a little of its cooking liquid, covered, until hot. Warm the bun separately and add fresh toppings after reheating so they stay crisp.
Vitamins
B12
2.25µg · 94% DV
B3
8.64mg · 54% DV
B1
0.34mg · 28% DV
B6
0.47mg · 28% DV
Minerals
Selenium
42µg · 76% DV
Zinc
5.67mg · 52% DV
Phosphorus
313mg · 45% DV
Sodium
954mg · 41% DV
Potassium ⭐
432mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 482 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 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.
A Short Rib Bun is a sandwich made with a soft bun and beef short rib cooked slowly until tender, then served in slices or pulled apart. It is a modern café and casual-dining style of sandwich rather than a dish tied to one specific regional tradition; recipes vary in their sauces and toppings.
The rich, savoury beef contrasts with the soft bread, while pickles, slaw or onions add freshness and crunch. It works as a filling lunch or an easy dinner, often served with fries or a side salad. The meat contributes protein, while the bun makes this a more substantial, carbohydrate-containing meal; a side salad is a simple way to balance the plate.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.09g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.