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Beef frankfurter
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 322 kcal —
- Protein 12 g 23%
- Carbohydrate 2.7 g 1%
- Fat 29 g 38%
- Saturated fat 12 g 58%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 1.3 g —
- Sodium 852 mg 37%
- Cholesterol 58 mg 19%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin D 1 µg 5%
- Vitamin E 0.2 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 1.8 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.02 mg 1%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.05 mg 4%
- Niacin (B3) 1.8 mg 11%
- Vitamin B6 0.19 mg 11%
- Folate (B9) 10 µg 3%
- Vitamin B12 1.4 µg 60%
- Choline 50.8 mg 9%
Minerals
- Calcium 11 mg 1%
- Iron 1.2 mg 7%
- Magnesium 9 mg 2%
- Phosphorus 139 mg 11%
- Potassium 252 mg 5%
- Zinc 2.2 mg 20%
- Copper 0.05 mg 5%
- Manganese 0.02 mg 1%
- Selenium 10.8 µg 20%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 322 | 12 g | 2.7 g | 29 g |
| 1 × frankfurter | 48 g | 155 | 5.6 g | 1.3 g | 14 g |
| 1 × package | 451 g | 1452 | 53 g | 12 g | 132 g |
| 2 × frankfurter | 96 g | 309 | 11 g | 2.6 g | 28 g |
| ½ × frankfurter | 24 g | 77 | 2.8 g | 0.6 g | 7 g |
| 3 × frankfurter | 144 g | 464 | 17 g | 3.8 g | 42 g |
| 4 × frankfurter | 192 g | 618 | 22 g | 5.1 g | 56 g |
Similar foods
- Beef frankfurter type sausagetinned180 kcal / 100 g
- Low fat beef frankfurter140 kcal / 100 g
- Beef wienerfrankfurter250 kcal / 100 g
- Frankfurtermeat290 kcal / 100 g
- Hot dog frankfurterunheated266 kcal / 100 g
- Frankfurt beef sausagered sausage223 kcal / 100 g
- Beef sausagefresh, cooked332 kcal / 100 g
- Frankfurter sausage279 kcal / 100 g
- Pork frankfurter258 kcal / 100 g
- Smoked beef sausagecooked240 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Beef frankfurter
Do you need to cook a beef frankfurter before eating it?
It is usually already cooked during processing, but heating it makes it more enjoyable. Warm it until steaming hot throughout, especially if it has been opened or handled.
What is the best way to heat a beef frankfurter without splitting it?
Simmer it gently in water for about 5 minutes rather than boiling it hard. For a browned outside, dry it and pan-fry over a medium heat, turning often.
How should you store beef frankfurters after opening the pack?
Keep them covered in the fridge and use them within 3–5 days, or freeze them if you will not use them in that time. Thaw frozen frankfurters in the fridge and heat them until steaming hot.
What do you serve with a beef frankfurter besides a hot dog bun?
Try it sliced into baked beans, macaroni cheese or a potato salad, or serve it with mashed potato and mustard. For a hot dog, classic toppings include mustard, chopped onion and relish.
Can you use a beef frankfurter instead of a regular sausage in a recipe?
Yes, especially in dishes where the sausage is sliced or added near the end, such as a bean stew or pasta bake. It is already cooked and usually softer and more finely textured than a fresh sausage, so avoid long cooking.
How much is a typical serving of beef frankfurter?
One frankfurter is about 48 g and provides 155 kcal. It is also relatively high in sodium: 100 g contains 852 mg.
How does a beef frankfurter compare with a beef wiener?
The beef wiener in this comparison has fewer calories per 100 g: 250 kcal, versus 322 kcal in a beef frankfurter. The frankfurter has 12 g of protein per 100 g, compared with 12.6 g in the beef wiener.
Can young children eat beef frankfurters safely?
Cut the frankfurter lengthways into narrow strips, then into small pieces; round slices can be a choking risk. Stay with the child while they eat.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 174614 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
