Beef Calorie Calculator
Instantly find calories in beef — ground beef, steaks, burger patties, raw and cooked portions. No guessing, no generic averages.
Verified against USDA Database & Costco (Kirkland) Nutritional Labels.Beef Calories – Ready Answers
- Ground beef 88% lean210 kcal(100g / 3.5 oz)
- Ground beef 1 kg bulk2100 kcal(1 kg / 2.2 lbs)
- Ground beef 1 cup cooked330 kcal(1 cup ≈ 135g / 4.8 oz)
- Beef stew meat220 kcal(100g / 3.5 oz)
- Kirkland burger patty330 kcal(1 frozen patty ≈ 5.3 oz / ⅓ lb)
- Ribeye steak290 kcal(100g / 3.5 oz)
- Whole ribeye steak850 kcal(1 medium steak ≈ 300g / 10.5 oz)
- Top sirloin steak180 kcal(100g / 3.5 oz)
- Flank steak165 kcal(100g / 3.5 oz)
What Are You Trying to Calculate?
Raw Beef Calories (Per 100g)
If weighing raw beef from fridge.
- Ground beef 88% lean210 kcalper 100g (3.5 oz)
- Beef stew meat220 kcalper 100g (3.5 oz)
- Ribeye steak290 kcalper 100g (3.5 oz)
- Top sirloin steak180 kcalper 100g (3.5 oz)
- Flank steak165 kcalper 100g (3.5 oz)
Cooked Beef & Real Portions
Use these if already cooked (portions are denser).
- Ground beef (1 cup cooked)330 kcal(approx. 135g / 4.8 oz)
- Kirkland burger patty330 kcal(1 frozen patty / ⅓ lb)
- Whole ribeye steak850 kcal(1 medium steak / 10.5 oz)
Understanding Ground Beef Calories
- 100g ground beef (88%)210 kcalStandard Raw
- 1 kg bulk ground beef2100 kcalBulk Pack (2.2 lbs)
- 1 cup cooked ground beef330 kcalCooked Volume
📏 Standard Measuring Units
| Unit | Volume (mL) | Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 US Cup 🔗 | 240 mL | Standard measuring cup |
| 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) | 15 mL | 1/16 cup |
| 1 Teaspoon (Tsp) | 5 mL | 1/48 cup |
Steak Calories Comparison
| Steak Cut | Calories | Portion |
|---|---|---|
| Ribeye steak | 290 kcal | 100g / 3.5 oz |
| Whole ribeye steak | 850 kcal | 1 medium steak (10.5 oz) |
| Top sirloin steak | 180 kcal | 100g / 3.5 oz |
| Flank steak | 165 kcal | 100g / 3.5 oz |
| Tenderloin (Fillet) | 270 kcal | 100g / 3.5 oz |
| Striploin (NY Strip) | 280 kcal | 100g / 3.5 oz |
🥩 Beef Cuts Explained Simply
Don’t know a Ribeye from a Sirloin? Here is the simple breakdown.
🔥 Premium Steaks (Whole Cuts)
The “King of Flavor.” White lines of fat (marbling) make it juicy. Best for grilling.
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The softest part of the cow. Very expensive, almost no fat. “Fillet Mignon” is a cut from this.
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A small, round piece cut from the tenderloin. Even softer than normal steak. Premium price.
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Leaner than Ribeye, but has more flavor than Tenderloin. Very popular in restaurants.
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The “Everyday Steak.” Great balance of flavor and price. Less fat than ribeye.
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The “Fitness Cut.” Long, flat belly muscle. Very lean. Best sliced thin for fajitas.
Check Calories ⬇🤔 Confused by “2 Whole Ribeye Steak”?
Don’t worry, this isn’t a new fancy cut. It just means the package contains two full steaks. It is a quantity listing often found at Walmart or Costco.
🍔 Burgers & Ground Beef
Classic burger mix. 20% fat keeps it moist. Great for tacos and keema.
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Pre-shaped (like Kirkland). Convenient but usually thick (1/3 lb or 1/4 lb).
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The “Gym Bro” mix. Only 10% fat. Drier but fewer calories.
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Chunks from tougher parts. Needs slow cooking (stew/curry) to become soft.
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Not a cut! It’s a dish with thin beef slices in creamy sauce. Usually made with sirloin.
Check Calories ⬇🧠 Ultra-Simple Memory Trick
- If it sounds fancy → It’s a Steak Cut (Tenderloin, Ribeye, Sirloin, Flank)
- If it sounds like a meal → It’s a Cooked Dish (Stroganoff, Stew)
- If it sounds like a brand → It’s a Package (Kirkland Patty)
- Patty / Mince / Keema → Ground Beef
📚 Data Sources & Methodology
We believe in accuracy. This data is verified against official databases:
- USDA FoodData Central: Used for raw meat values (Ribeye, Sirloin, Flank).
- Costco (Kirkland) Labels: Specific values for “88% Lean Ground Beef” and “Frozen Patties”.
*All “Cooked” values account for standard 25% shrinkage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are raw and cooked beef calories the same?
No. Cooking reduces weight (water loss) but keeps calories.
Why does a whole ribeye have so many calories?
It’s large (approx 10.5 oz) and fatty.