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Roast beef sandwich
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 244 kcal —
- Protein 15 g 30%
- Carbohydrate 21 g 8%
- Fat 10 g 13%
- Saturated fat 3.4 g 17%
- Fibre 1.3 g 5%
- Sugars 3.8 g —
- Sodium 653 mg 28%
- Cholesterol 30 mg 10%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 2 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.43 mg 3%
- Vitamin K 2.8 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.22 mg 18%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.29 mg 22%
- Niacin (B3) 4.3 mg 27%
- Vitamin B6 0.22 mg 13%
- Folate (B9) 51 µg 13%
- Vitamin B12 0.96 µg 40%
- Choline 40.1 mg 7%
Minerals
- Calcium 55 mg 4%
- Iron 2.6 mg 15%
- Magnesium 23 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 200 mg 16%
- Potassium 224 mg 5%
- Zinc 2.3 mg 21%
- Copper 0.11 mg 12%
- Manganese 0.23 mg 10%
- Selenium 18.2 µg 33%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 244 | 15 g | 21 g | 10 g |
| 1 × sandwich | 149 g | 364 | 23 g | 31 g | 15 g |
| 2 × sandwich | 298 g | 727 | 45 g | 62 g | 31 g |
| ½ × sandwich | 74.5 g | 182 | 11 g | 16 g | 7.7 g |
| 3 × sandwich | 447 g | 1091 | 68 g | 94 g | 46 g |
| 4 × sandwich | 596 g | 1454 | 90 g | 125 g | 61 g |
Similar foods
- Classic roast beef sandwicharby's242 kcal / 100 g
- Roast beef submarine sandwichfast foods, on white bread, with lettuce and tomatoes156 kcal / 100 g
- Roast beef subsubway, on white bread with lettuce and tomato155 kcal / 100 g
- Barbecue beef sandwichon white bun245 kcal / 100 g
- Steak sandwichfast foods, sandwiches and burgers225 kcal / 100 g
- French dip sandwich184 kcal / 100 g
- Corned beef sandwichon white259 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Roast beef sandwich
How do you stop a roast beef sandwich going soggy?
Spread butter or a thin layer of mustard on the bread as a barrier, and pat wet salad leaves dry. Keep gravy, tomato and other juicy fillings separate until serving; for packed lunches, assemble the sandwich shortly before you eat it.
How do you make a hot roast beef sandwich?
Warm the sliced beef gently in gravy or stock in a pan over a low heat until steaming, then pile it into a toasted roll. Keep the beef in the liquid only long enough to heat through so it does not dry out.
What goes well in a roast beef sandwich?
Horseradish sauce, mustard, peppery rocket and thinly sliced red onion are classic partners. For a hot version, try gravy and fried onions; sharp pickles cut through the richness.
Which cut of beef is best for a roast beef sandwich?
For tender, easy-to-slice sandwiches, roast topside or sirloin and let it rest before carving thinly across the grain. Leftover brisket works well too, especially in a hot sandwich with gravy.
How long can you keep a roast beef sandwich in the fridge?
Refrigerate it promptly in a sealed container and eat it within 1–2 days for the best texture. Keep it chilled until serving, and store sauces or juicy fillings separately if you want the bread to stay firm.
What can you use instead of roast beef in a sandwich?
Thinly sliced roast pork or turkey makes a similar savoury filling; cooked mushrooms are a good meat-free option, especially with mustard and horseradish. Add a little extra seasoning to mushrooms, as they are milder than roast beef.
Is a roast beef sandwich the same as a French dip sandwich?
A French dip is a roast beef sandwich served with a small bowl of beef jus for dipping; the bread is often a soft roll. A regular roast beef sandwich may be served cold or hot, with sauces and salad instead.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 170695 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
