Beef, cured, breakfast strips, raw or unheated
FDC 170197slices (68 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 19 · -35 vs Beef medianThese raw cured beef breakfast strips score 19 of 100, a Low band placement that ranks 52nd of 60 in the Beef category, well beneath the category median. The curing process leaves a surprising vitamin C reading of 27% DV alongside 25% DV of protein, both excellent marks for a cured beef product.
The strips are meant to be pan-fried until crisp, standing in for bacon alongside eggs and toast at breakfast. A 100 g portion carries 955 mg of sodium and 16 g of saturated fat, both high, so cooks wanting a leaner cured beef option might look to corned beef brisket instead.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 406 kcal | 20% |
| Total fat | 39 g | 50% |
| Saturated fat | 16 g | 80% |
| Cholesterol | 82 mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 955 mg | 42% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 13 g | 25% |
| Potassium | 153 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 4 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 11 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 24 mg | 27% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | - |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 276 kcal | 14% |
| Total fat | 26 g | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 11 g | 54% |
| Cholesterol | 56 mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 649 mg | 28% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.48 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | - | |
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% |
| Potassium | 104 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 2.7 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.84 mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 7.5 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 16 mg | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | - |
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FDC 170197Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the beef median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
More nutrient-dense swaps
Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.
Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cookedDensity 24 vs 19Beef, New Zealand, imported, sweetbread, rawDensity 26 vs 19Beef, New Zealand, imported, sweetbread, cooked, boiledDensity 27 vs 19Original analysis by NutriVerdict
In the kitchen and how to use it
Beef breakfast strips are a bacon alternative made from cured, thinly sliced beef, designed to be pan-fried or microwaved quickly the same way pork bacon is, until the edges crisp and the strip firms up. They're a common substitute on a breakfast plate alongside eggs and toast for anyone avoiding pork, and their thinner cut means they cook faster and more evenly than a thick-cut pork strip, making them well suited to a quick weekday breakfast or a breakfast sandwich. A short stint in a hot skillet is usually all they need, since they scorch quickly if left too long.
Keep beef breakfast strips refrigerated and cook them by the package date, since like other cured raw meats they're perishable until heated through; freezing extends their usable life if a package won't be finished right away. Per 100 g, raw strips carry 406 calories, 38.8 g of fat, and 955 mg of sodium from the curing process, alongside 12.5 g of protein, a solid 25% DV. Curing agents used in processing also account for the listed vitamin C content, at 27% DV per 100 g, since sodium ascorbate (a form of vitamin C) is a common curing ingredient added for color and preservation rather than as a fruit or vegetable source.
Frequently asked questions about beef, cured
Are beef breakfast strips a substitute for bacon?
Yes, they're a cured beef alternative meant to be pan-fried or microwaved the same way as traditional pork bacon.
Why does cured beef breakfast strips list vitamin C?
Curing agents like sodium ascorbate, a form of vitamin C, are commonly added during processing for color and preservation, which is reflected in the 27% DV figure.
How much protein is in beef breakfast strips?
Raw strips provide 12.5 g of protein per 100 g, about 25% DV.