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Protein-rich Korean-style steamed beef dumplings
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Steamed beef mandu (150 g) has 323 calories. That works out to 215 calories per 100 g. It contains 41.7 g of carbs, 15.3 g of protein, 10.6 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 1.1 µg of B12 covers 47% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 150 g
323
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
41.7g
· 15% DV
Protein
15.3g
· 31% DV
Fat
10.6g
· 14% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 19% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 323 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.6 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 3.38 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 585 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 41.7 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 150 g | 323 kcal |
| 2 piece (mini) | 60 g | 129 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 90 g | 194 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 215 kcal |
| 4 piece (medium) | 120 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 323 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 180 g | 387 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 240 g | 516 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 645 kcal |
Calculated from 215 calories per 100 g.
Steamed beef mandu are Korean dumplings filled with seasoned beef and usually vegetables, wrapped in dough and cooked over steam. They are commonly served hot with a dipping sauce or as part of a Korean meal.
Steamed beef mandu is Korean, while gyoza is the Japanese name for a related dumpling. Mandu can be larger and comes in several Korean styles; gyoza is often pan-fried, though both can be prepared in different ways.
The filling of steamed beef mandu typically combines ground beef with vegetables such as cabbage or onion, plus garlic and seasonings. Recipes vary, and some use tofu, scallions, sesame oil, or glass noodles for extra texture.
A soy-and-vinegar dipping sauce is a classic match for steamed beef mandu. Add sesame oil, sliced scallions, or chili if you like; serve the sauce on the side so the dumpling wrappers do not become soggy.
Steam beef mandu on parchment with small holes, cabbage leaves, or a lightly oiled steamer surface. Leave space between the dumplings so they do not stick together, and make sure the filling is thoroughly cooked before serving.
Yes, frozen beef mandu can be steamed without thawing. Arrange them with space between each dumpling and steam until the wrappers are tender and the centers are hot; cooking takes longer than for refrigerated mandu.
Yes, steamed beef mandu can be crisped in a lightly oiled pan after steaming. Brown the bottoms over medium heat, adding a splash of water and covering briefly if the centers need more warming.
Steamed beef mandu are often served with kimchi, pickled vegetables, soup, or rice. For a lighter meal, pair them with a vegetable side and a dipping sauce rather than serving them with several rich dishes.
Yes, you can assemble steamed beef mandu ahead of time and refrigerate them briefly on a covered tray, keeping them apart so the wrappers do not stick. For longer storage, freeze them in a single layer before transferring to a container.
Steamed beef mandu can be either a snack or a main dish. A few dumplings work as a snack or side, while a larger serving with vegetables, soup, or rice makes a more complete meal.
Vitamins
B12
1.13µg · 47% DV
B3
4.2mg · 26% DV
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
B6
0.29mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Phosphorus
198mg · 28% DV
Sodium
585mg · 25% DV
Zinc
2.7mg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
263mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Steamed beef mandu are Korean dumplings: a wheat-based wrapper folded around a savoury filling, here made with beef and often accompanied by vegetables. Steaming leaves the wrapper tender and the filling juicy, with a mild dough flavour that lets the seasoned meat come through. In Korea, mandu may be served as a snack or as part of a meal, often with a dipping sauce on the side.
For English-speaking readers elsewhere, they work well as a small meal or a starter alongside soup or a crisp salad. They provide protein, with 10.2 g per 100 g. Keep the meal lighter by serving them steamed, using a little dipping sauce, and adding fresh vegetables.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.28g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.