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Cured beef luncheon meat
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 111 kcal —
- Protein 19 g 38%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 3.3 g 4%
- Saturated fat 1.4 g 7%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sodium 1322 mg 57%
- Cholesterol 34 mg 11%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.15 mg 12%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.29 mg 22%
- Niacin (B3) 4.8 mg 30%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.69 mg 14%
- Vitamin B6 0.25 mg 15%
- Folate (B9) 7 µg 2%
- Vitamin B12 5.1 µg 214%
Minerals
- Calcium 10 mg 1%
- Iron 3.5 mg 19%
- Magnesium 18 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 139 mg 11%
- Potassium 402 mg 9%
- Zinc 3.6 mg 32%
- Copper 0.12 mg 13%
- Manganese 0.05 mg 2%
- Selenium 16.4 µg 30%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 111 | 19 g | 0 g | 3.3 g |
| 1 × slice (1 oz) (4" x 4" x 3/32" thick) | 28 g | 31 | 5.3 g | 0 g | 0.9 g |
| 2 × slice (1 oz) (4" x 4" x 3/32" thick) | 56 g | 62 | 11 g | 0 g | 1.8 g |
| ½ × slice (1 oz) (4" x 4" x 3/32" thick) | 14 g | 16 | 2.7 g | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| 3 × slice (1 oz) (4" x 4" x 3/32" thick) | 84 g | 93 | 16 g | 0 g | 2.8 g |
| 4 × slice (1 oz) (4" x 4" x 3/32" thick) | 112 g | 124 | 21 g | 0 g | 3.7 g |
Similar foods
- Beef deli meatcured, jellied111 kcal / 100 g
- Corned beef loafjellied153 kcal / 100 g
- Canned beef in jellycanned87 kcal / 100 g
- Beefchopped, cured, smoked133 kcal / 100 g
- Luncheon meat256 kcal / 100 g
- Dried beefcured153 kcal / 100 g
- Corned beef142 kcal / 100 g
- Pork and beef luncheon sausage260 kcal / 100 g
- Jellied beef166 kcal / 100 g
- Luncheon meat sausage306 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Cured beef luncheon meat
How much cured beef luncheon meat is a typical serving?
A typical serving is about two thin slices, or 28 g. That portion provides 5.3 g of protein and 370 mg of sodium.
Can you eat cured beef luncheon meat without cooking it?
Yes. It is ready to eat, so you can put the slices straight into a sandwich or salad; cooking is optional.
How do you fry cured beef luncheon meat?
Pat the slices dry and fry them in a lightly oiled pan over a medium heat for about 1–2 minutes on each side, until browned at the edges. Add them to a toasted sandwich or serve with eggs.
How should you store cured beef luncheon meat after opening?
Wrap it tightly or put it in a sealed container and refrigerate at 4 °C or below. Use it within 3–5 days, and follow the pack’s use-by date for unopened meat.
What goes well with cured beef luncheon meat?
Its savoury, salty flavour works well with mustard, pickles, sliced tomato or sharp cheese in a sandwich. You can also dice it into fried rice or add it to an omelette.
What can you use instead of cured beef luncheon meat in a sandwich?
For a similar beef flavour, use roast beef slices; for a softer, milder option, try canned beef in jelly. If you want a meat-free filling, sliced smoked tofu gives a savoury bite, though the flavour and texture differ.
How does cured beef luncheon meat compare with corned beef loaf?
Per 100 g, they have the same energy, at 111 kcal, but corned beef loaf has more protein (22.9 g versus 19 g) and more fat (6.1 g versus 3.3 g). Cured beef luncheon meat has more sodium: 1322 mg compared with 953 mg.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 170202 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
