Chipped Beef Gravy over Biscuits
Chipped Beef Gravy over Biscuits, often called 'SOS' (Save Our Stomachs) or 'Shit on a Shingle' in military slang, is a classic American comfort food. It consists of a creamy, savory white gravy made with milk, flour, and butter, studded with thin slices of dried, salted beef (chipped beef). The rich gravy is traditionally ladled over freshly baked, flaky biscuits.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates from the biscuits and gravy, and provides a significant amount of protein from the beef and dairy. It is also notably high in sodium due to the cured beef, with a typical serving providing a substantial portion of daily needs, and ranges from 450-600 calories per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 520 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 26 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 1850 mg |
| Calcium | 320 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Potassium | 410 mg |
| Phosphorus | 380 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.8 µg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Selenium | 18 µg |
| Zinc | 3.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this dish has deep roots in American military and working-class history, valued for its simplicity, affordability, and high-calorie energy. Nutritionally, it's a dense source of quick energy (carbs) and protein, but its high sodium and saturated fat content make it an occasional indulgence for most.
