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Rich in iron and protein, savory with onion
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Beef sautéed with onion (150 g) has 278 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.3 g of carbs, 29.3 g of protein, 15.8 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 3.2 µg of B12 covers 131% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
278
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
6.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
29.3g
· 59% DV
Fat
15.8g
· 20% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 41% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 278 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.8 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 6.15 g | 31% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% |
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) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 222 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 407 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 250 g | 463 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Beef sautéed with onion is made by browning sliced beef in a hot pan, then cooking it with onions until tender. Avoid crowding the pan, which makes the beef steam rather than brown; add a splash of hot water if the meat needs more time.
Beef sautéed with onion works well with tender cuts such as sirloin or ribeye, sliced thinly across the grain. Leaner cuts can also work, but they may need gentle, longer cooking with a little liquid to become tender.
To keep beef sautéed with onion tender, slice it thinly across the grain and brown it quickly in a very hot pan. Cook in batches instead of overcrowding; if the cut needs longer cooking, lower the heat and add a little hot water.
For beef sautéed with onion, brown the beef first and add the onions afterward. This gives the meat room to sear instead of releasing moisture into a crowded pan, while still letting the onions soften and pick up the browned flavor.
Beef sautéed with onion pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the savory juices. For a lighter plate, serve it with a crisp salad or steamed vegetables; noodles are another easy option for a more filling meal.
Yes, beef sautéed with onion can be made in a slow cooker, though browning the beef and onions in a pan first gives it a deeper flavor. Add only a small amount of liquid, since slow cookers retain moisture and the onions release some as they cook.
Beef sautéed with onion can turn tough if the beef is cut with the grain, the pan is crowded, or the meat is cooked too long over high heat. Slice across the grain; for a less tender cut, cook it gently with liquid until it softens.
Beef sautéed with onion keeps for up to three days in the refrigerator when cooled and stored in a covered container within two hours of cooking. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, until it is steaming hot throughout.
Yes, beef sautéed with onion freezes well in a sealed, freezer-safe container. Divide it into meal-sized portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat gently with a splash of water if the sauce has thickened.
Yes, tomatoes or peppers are common additions to beef sautéed with onion. Add sliced peppers after browning the beef, then add tomatoes so they can soften into the sauce; too much tomato can make the dish wetter and less like a dry sauté.
Vitamins
B12
3.15µg · 131% DV
B3
6.3mg · 39% DV
B6
0.48mg · 28% DV
B5
1.05mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Zinc
5.85mg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
270mg · 39% DV
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Iron
4.05mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
480mg · 14% DV
Sodium
98mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 278 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 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.
Beef sautéed with onion is a simple Turkish-style home-cooked dish: pieces or strips of beef are browned in a pan with sliced onion, then cooked until tender. The meat and onion create a light, savoury sauce, often seasoned with salt, pepper and other pantry spices.
The beef is hearty and savoury, while the softened onions add a mild sweetness. In Turkey it is commonly served as a main course with rice, bulgur or bread; a fresh salad makes a good accompaniment. It provides protein and iron, with relatively little carbohydrate. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of cooking fat and serve it with plenty of vegetables.
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
6.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.