Suet Pudding with Beef and Gravy
Suet Pudding with Beef and Gravy is a traditional British steamed or baked pudding, where a rich, savory filling of beef and gravy is encased in a pastry made with suet (animal fat). It is a hearty, warming comfort food, often served as a main course, particularly in colder months.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in fat and protein due to the beef and suet, with a moderate to high calorie count, often exceeding 600-800 calories per serving. It provides substantial energy, iron from the beef, and some B vitamins, but is generally low in fiber and micronutrients.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 950 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Potassium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 3.5 µg |
| Zinc | 6 mg |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
| Selenium | 25 µg |
Per 1 serving (350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Historically, suet puddings were a practical way to use animal fats and create calorie-dense meals for manual laborers. Nutritionally, the high fat content makes it very satiating, but it is considered an indulgent treat rather than an everyday dish in modern diets.
