Cooked refrigerated roast beef with au jus sauce

Cooked refrigerated roast beef with au jus sauce

150 kcal per 100 g

Category: Meat

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 150 kcal
Protein 22g
Carbohydrates 1g
Total fats 7g
Saturated fats 3g
Fiber 0g
Sodium 55mg
Cholesterol 70mg

Vitamins and minerals

Folate 8mcg
Iron 2.5mg
Potassium 315mg
Vitamin B12 2.6mcg
Vitamin C 0mg

Description

Refrigerated cooked roast beef with au jus sauce is a prepared roasted beef, cooked to its optimal point, ready to eat, and presented refrigerated to preserve its freshness and flavor. This preparation includes the classic au jus sauce, a natural juice resulting from the meat's cooking process, which adds moisture and enhances its flavor in a delicate and elegant way.

The term roast beef comes from the English roast beef and has been adopted in Hispanic cuisine to refer to this type of roasted meat, typically served in thin slices. Its origin is linked to British cuisine, where roast beef is a traditional dish, but it has become widely popular in Latin America due to its versatility and flavor.

Among its nutritional properties, cooked roast beef is an excellent source of high-quality protein, iron, zinc, and B vitamins, essential for the proper functioning of the body and the formation of red blood cells. The au jus sauce, being a natural juice without creams or thickeners, adds flavor without unnecessary fats or calories.

In different Hispanic American countries, this ingredient may have various names or variations, such as sliced roasted meat, meat in slices, or simply roast beef, maintaining its essence as a roasted beef ready to eat. It is ideal for preparing sandwiches, salads, main dishes, or side dishes that require a juicy and flavorful protein.