Roast Beef with Onion Gravy
Roast Beef with Onion Gravy is a classic British comfort dish featuring tender, oven-roasted beef served with a rich, savory sauce made from caramelized onions and pan drippings. The dish typically uses cuts like sirloin or ribeye, and the gravy is often enhanced with beef stock, herbs, and sometimes a splash of ale or wine. It's a staple of traditional Sunday roasts and pub fare across the United Kingdom.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B vitamins, especially B12. A typical serving (about 200g beef with gravy) ranges from 400 to 600 calories, depending on the cut of beef and gravy richness.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Zinc | 6 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a centerpiece of British 'Sunday Roast' tradition, symbolizing family gatherings and comfort food. Nutritionally, the slow-roasting method helps retain more nutrients in the beef compared to high-heat methods, and onions in the gravy add antioxidants like quercetin.
