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.
Calories from Protein | 15% | |
Calories from Fat | 45% | |
Calories from Carbs | 41% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 177.2 IU | 3.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Retinol | 28 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 4.6 mg | 7.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin D | 8.1 IU | 2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 0.33 mg | 21.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Riboflavin | 0.33 mg | 19.2% | Top 10% | Very High |
Niacin | 2.9 mg | 14.7% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 0 mg | |||
Folate | 39.4 mcg | 9.9% | Top 30% | High |
Folic Acid | 25.4 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 0.65 mcg | 10.9% | Top 30% | High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.33 mg | 3.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 111.4 mg | 11.1% | Top 30% | High |
Iron | 2.3 mg | 12.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Magnesium | 19.2 mg | 4.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 0.33 mg | 0.03% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Potassium | 213 mg | 6.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 618.9 mg | 25.8% | Top 10% | Very High |
Zinc | 1.6 mg | 10.9% | Top 30% | High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0.33 mg | 16.3% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 10.7 mcg | 15.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 9.6% | Top 30% | High |
Dietary Fiber | 0.75 g | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Starch | 0 g | |||
Sugars | 6.6 g | |||
Sucrose | 0 mg | |||
Glucose | 1.3 mg | |||
Fructose | 1.3 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 10.4 g | 20.8% | Top 30% | High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.3 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Leucine | 0.3 mg | |||
Lysine | 0.7 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.3 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.3 mg | |||
Valine | 0.7 mg | |||
Arginine | 0.7 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.3 mg | |||
Alanine | 0.3 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 0.7 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 2 mg | |||
Glycine | 0.3 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.3 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 14 g | 21.6% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 24.3% | Top 30% | High |
Monounsaturated Fat | 7.2 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 0 g | |||
Water | 44.6 g | |||
Ash | 2.6 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
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
Per Serving | Calories 309
Protein 32.5 g | Carbs 36.3 g | Fat 5.4 g
Per Serving | Calories 204
Protein 13.3 g | Carbs 12.5 g | Fat 11.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 175
Protein 8.1 g | Carbs 7.2 g | Fat 12.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 279
Protein 20.8 g | Carbs 1.86 g | Fat 19.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 139
Protein 14.2 g | Carbs 7.3 g | Fat 5.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 252
Protein 12.1 g | Carbs 13.7 g | Fat 16.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 102
Protein 12.3 g | Carbs 4.3 g | Fat 3.6 g
Per Serving | Calories 230
Protein 13.8 g | Carbs 13.6 g | Fat 13.2 g