Beef, sirloin steak, fried in corn oil, lean

Beef sirloin steak is a cut of red meat. The figures here describe the lean meat fried in corn oil. It mainly provides protein and fat, with 29g of protein and 8.2g of fat per 100g, including 3.4g of saturated fat. It also provides iron, zinc and B vitamins, including 2µg of vitamin B12 per 100g.

Protein is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues. Vitamin B12 supports normal nerve function and red blood cell formation, while iron is needed to carry oxygen in the blood. Although these figures are for lean meat, it still contains saturated fat, which is relevant for people monitoring their intake. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.