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Beef rib small end

Calories & nutrition facts

ribs 10-12, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, select, raw

246
calorieskcal per 100 g
Protein20 g
Carbs0 g
Fat18 g
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Nutrition facts

Per 100 g% DV
  • Calories 246 kcal —
  • Protein 20 g 39%
  • Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
  • Fat 18 g 23%
  • Saturated fat 7.3 g 36%
  • Fibre 0 g 0%
  • Sugars 0 g —
  • Sodium 49 mg 2%
  • Cholesterol 85 mg 28%

Vitamins & minerals

Per 100 g% DV

Vitamins

  • Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
  • Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
  • Vitamin E 0.4 mg 3%
  • Vitamin K 1.6 µg 1%
  • Thiamin (B1) 0.07 mg 6%
  • Riboflavin (B2) 0.11 mg 8%
  • Niacin (B3) 5.2 mg 33%
  • Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.55 mg 11%
  • Vitamin B6 0.54 mg 32%
  • Folate (B9) 10 µg 3%
  • Vitamin B12 0.93 µg 39%

Minerals

  • Calcium 22 mg 2%
  • Iron 1.4 mg 8%
  • Magnesium 20 mg 5%
  • Phosphorus 180 mg 14%
  • Potassium 297 mg 6%
  • Zinc 3.3 mg 30%
  • Copper 0.07 mg 7%
  • Manganese 0.01 mg 0%
  • Selenium 22.4 µg 41%

Calories by portion

PortionWeightCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100 g100 g24620 g0 g18 g
1 × oz113 g27822 g0 g20 g
1 × steak335 g82466 g0 g60 g
2 × oz226 g55644 g0 g41 g
½ × oz56.5 g13911 g0 g10 g
3 × oz339 g83466 g0 g61 g
4 × oz452 g111288 g0 g81 g

Questions about Beef rib small end

What is beef rib small end?

It is a roasting cut from the rib section, taken towards the loin end. The eye of meat is relatively small and tender, with a cap of fat that helps keep the roast flavourful.

How do you roast beef rib small end?

Brown it all over in a hot pan, then roast on a rack at 220°C for 20 minutes; lower the oven to 160°C and continue until the centre reaches your preferred doneness. For a thoroughly cooked roast, reach 70°C in the centre and rest it for 2 minutes before carving.

How can you tell beef rib small end is good quality when buying it?

Look for firm, bright red meat with fine, even marbling and a creamy-white fat cap. Ask for a joint with the ribs attached if you want extra flavour and a natural roasting rack.

How long can you keep beef rib small end in the fridge?

Keep it covered on the bottom shelf at 5°C or colder and cook it within 3–5 days of buying. Freeze it if you will not use it in time, and thaw it in the fridge rather than on the worktop.

What goes well with roast beef rib small end?

Serve it with roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding and gravy, or pair it with horseradish sauce and seasonal vegetables. The rich beef also works well with a sharp salad or mustard.

Can you use beef rib small end instead of rib-eye steak?

Yes: cut steaks from the joint and cook them like rib-eye, or roast it whole for a more traditional Sunday joint. Rib-eye small end is leaner, with 8.3 g fat per 100 g compared with 18 g in beef rib small end.

Is beef rib small end high in protein?

It provides 20 g of protein per 100 g. A typical 113 g portion provides 22 g.

Source: USDA FoodData Central 168690 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded

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