Seasoned Raw Beef Spread
The most popular spread on Dutch breakfast and lunch tables: very finely minced raw beef mixed with a dressing of mayonnaise, mustard and paprika. It contains almost no carbohydrate (about 2 g), so a glycemic index does not apply, and it provides pure, quickly absorbed protein.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Spread one tablespoon on a slice of wholegrain bread or keto toast and top it with chopped onion and boiled egg for a filling lunch with steady energy.
Best preparation methods
Make sure the tub is kept in the fridge at 4 °C and eaten straight after opening, and buy pure versions without added sugars or chemical flavour enhancers.
Important Nutritional Note
⚠️ Strict clinical warning: filet americain is 100% raw beef; it is completely off-limits for pregnant and breastfeeding women and people on immunosuppressive treatment, to prevent serious bacterial and parasitic infections.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (25 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 235 kcal | 58.8 kcal |
| Protein | 16 g | 4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 2 g | 0.5 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 2 g | 0.5 g |
| Fat | 18 g | 4.5 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It provides 6.8 g of protein per 100 kcal, ranking 23 of 24 in Meat, fish & eggs (highest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Seasoned Raw Beef Spread good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 25 g portion gives 59 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Seasoned Raw Beef Spread affect blood sugar?
Seasoned Raw Beef Spread contains only 2 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Seasoned Raw Beef Spread?
A typical 25 g portion of Seasoned Raw Beef Spread provides about 59 kcal, 4 g protein, 0.5 g carbohydrate, 4.5 g fat and 0 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.