Beef Brisket
* Calorie value is measured per serving weight shown
Nutrition (per 100g)
Common Serving Sizes
How long to burn 205 kcal
Approximate exercise time to burn the 205 kcal in each 100g:
About Beef Brisket
Higher in fat, good for comparison against lean beef.
Health Benefits of Beef Brisket
High-calorie, high-fat cut
100g of beef brisket has 332 kcal and 29.6g fat - about 7x lean beef's fat. From the belly with rich sinew and fat layers, it becomes tender and flavorful after long braising - the classic cut for Chinese stewed beef.
Slow cooking softens connective tissue
Long low-temp braising (1.5-2h+) turns collagen and elastin into gelatin, giving a thick, savory broth. Braise with tomato, radish or potato, which absorb the meat flavour for a balanced meal.
Portion and calorie control
Energy-dense: limit to 80-100g per meal with lots of vegetables and a little staple. After cooling, skim the solid white fat layer on top to cut saturated fat and lower calories about 20-30%.