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Spicy Mexican Beef - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Spicy Mexican Beef Recipe

Spicy Mexican Beef has a high-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12 and Niacin.

The food contains 7.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low 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 31.3 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.

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

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.

It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a 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.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Spicy Mexican Beef has been given a composite ranking of 20, and sparingly.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein30%
 Calories from Fat63%
 Calories from Carbs7%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • High in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietHIGH
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A175.7 IU3.5%Top 30%High
Retinol1.4 mcg
Vitamin C5 mg8.3%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D3.6 IU0.9%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin4.3 mg21.4%Top 10%Very High
Vitamin B60.71 mg35.7%Top 10%Very High
Folate9.3 mcg2.3%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B122.1 mcg35.7%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.71 mg7.1%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium28.6 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron2.1 mg11.9%Top 30%High
Magnesium25.7 mg6.4%Top 30%High
Phosphorus192.9 mg19.3%Top 30%High
Potassium461.4 mg13.2%Top 10%Very High
Sodium296 mg12.3%Mid 40%Average
Zinc4.3 mg28.6%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0 mg
Selenium20 mcg28.6%Top 30%High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.3 g1.8%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.93 g3.7%Mid 40%Average
Sugars2.1 g
Glucose0.7 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein22.4 g44.7%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine1.4 mg
Methionine0.7 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.7 mg
Valine0.7 mg
Arginine1.4 mg
Histidine0.7 mg
Alanine0.7 mg
Aspartic Acid1.4 mg
Glutamic Acid2.9 mg
Glycine0.7 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat20.9 g32.1%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat8.3 g41.4%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat2.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat0 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash2.1 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 422 Calories from Fat 263

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 29.2 g 44.9%

Saturated Fat 11.6 g 58%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 118 mg 39.3%

Sodium 414.4 mg 17.3%

Total Carbohydrates 7.4 g 2.5%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 31.3 g 62.6%

Vitamin A 4.9% Vitamin C 11.7%

Calcium 4% Iron 16.7%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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