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Spicy Beef Empandadas - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Beef Empandadas Recipe

Spicy Beef Empandadas has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Iron, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 88.2g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is high in complex carbs and high in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 31.9 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Moreover, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's high MUFA and average PUFA.

It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 7 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also average in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spicy Beef Empandadas has been given a composite ranking of 34, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein15%
 Calories from Fat45%
 Calories from Carbs41%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A177.2 IU3.5%Mid 40%Average
Retinol28 mcg
Vitamin C4.6 mg7.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D8.1 IU2%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0.33 mg21.7%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.33 mg19.2%Top 10%Very High
Niacin2.9 mg14.7%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60 mg
Folate39.4 mcg9.9%Top 30%High
Folic Acid25.4 mcg
Vitamin B120.65 mcg10.9%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.33 mg3.3%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium111.4 mg11.1%Top 30%High
Iron2.3 mg12.7%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium19.2 mg4.8%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus0.33 mg0.03%Bottom 30%Low
Potassium213 mg6.1%Mid 40%Average
Sodium618.9 mg25.8%Top 10%Very High
Zinc1.6 mg10.9%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.33 mg16.3%Top 30%High
Selenium10.7 mcg15.4%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate28.7 g9.6%Top 30%High
Dietary Fiber0.75 g3%Mid 40%Average
Starch0 g
Sugars6.6 g
Sucrose0 mg
Glucose1.3 mg
Fructose1.3 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein10.4 g20.8%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.3 mg
Leucine0.3 mg
Lysine0.7 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.3 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine0.7 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.3 mg
Aspartic Acid0.7 mg
Glutamic Acid2 mg
Glycine0.3 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.3 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14 g21.6%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat4.9 g24.3%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat7.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Water44.6 g
Ash2.6 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 866 Calories from Fat 388

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 43.1 g 66.3%

Saturated Fat 14.9 g 74.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 146.7 mg 48.9%

Sodium 1900 mg 79.2%

Total Carbohydrates 88.2 g 29.4%

Dietary Fiber 2.3 g9.2%

Sugars 20.3 g

Protein 31.9 g 63.8%

Vitamin A 10.9% Vitamin C 23.3%

Calcium 34.2% Iron 38.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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