Buffalo Pot Roast

Buffalo Pot Roast is a hearty, slow-cooked American comfort dish featuring beef braised with vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and onions. It's typically seasoned with a blend of herbs and sometimes a touch of buffalo wing sauce or hot sauce for a subtle, tangy kick. The dish is a staple of home-style cooking, especially in the Northeastern United States.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the potatoes and vegetables. It provides key nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins from the beef, along with potassium and fiber from the vegetables, with a typical serving containing roughly 400-500 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	450 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	25 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	6 g
Sodium	720 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Zinc	7.2 mg
Potassium	680 mg
Vitamin B12	2.8 mcg
Niacin (B3)	9.5 mg
Phosphorus	320 mg
Selenium	38 mcg
Vitamin A	450 IU

Per 1 serving (about 280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The 'Buffalo' in its name often refers to the style of slow-braising rather than the city of Buffalo, NY, though some regional variations do incorporate the city's famous hot sauce. Nutritionally, it's a complete meal in one pot, offering a balanced mix of macronutrients and a wide array of minerals from the combination of meat and root vegetables.