Soup, beef broth or bouillon, powder, dry
Whole food · Soups, Sauces, and Gravies
This is a concentrated, dehydrated powder that dissolves instantly into hot water to create a rich, savory beef broth. It delivers a deep, umami-packed beef flavor with a smooth, liquid texture once reconstituted. Nutritionally, it's a dense source of protein and carbs, but notably high in sugar and fat per 100g of the dry powder.
Calorie split: 30% protein · 33% carbs · 37% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its unmatched convenience and the instant, comforting depth of beefy flavor it brings to a quick soup or sauce. It's a kitchen staple that turns plain water into a savory foundation in seconds.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (16.71g per 100g dry) can contribute to blood-sugar spikes, and it's often very high in sodium. To counteract this, use it sparingly as a flavor enhancer rather than a main dish, and pair the finished broth with fibrous vegetables and lean protein to slow digestion.
Key benefits
- Instant, shelf-stable source of savory flavor.
- Provides a quick protein boost (15.97g per 100g dry).
- Extremely versatile base for soups, sauces, and gravies.
- Adds depth and umami to dishes without fresh ingredients.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The concept of portable, dehydrated broth cubes was popularized by Oxo in the UK in 1910, originally marketed to help nourish soldiers in World War I.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 3.3 g |
| Energy | 213 kcal |
| Energy | 893 kj |
| Protein | 16.0 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 8.9 g |
| Ash | 54.5 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 17.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 60.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.0 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 51.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 320 mg |
| Potassium, K | 446 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 26000 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.00 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.00 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.46 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 27.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.07 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.24 mg |
| Niacin | 4.5 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.30 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.20 mg |
| Folate, total | 32.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 32.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 32.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 113 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 1.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 0.00 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 2.2 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.2 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 4.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.33 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 2.2 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.7 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 3.6 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.37 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 3.2 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.33 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.28 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.05 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 10.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Soup, bean with pork, canned, condensed — USDA does not publish this profile for Soup.
| Tryptophan | 0.06 g |
| Threonine | 0.24 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.29 g |
| Leucine | 0.48 g |
| Lysine | 0.40 g |
| Methionine | 0.07 g |
| Cystine | 0.07 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.33 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.18 g |
| Valine | 0.32 g |
| Arginine | 0.31 g |
| Histidine | 0.15 g |
| Alanine | 0.29 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.66 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.1 g |
| Glycine | 0.28 g |
| Proline | 0.27 g |
| Serine | 0.29 g |
FAQ
How does it differ from liquid beef broth?
It's a dehydrated, concentrated powder with a much longer shelf life. The flavor is more intense per gram, and it requires reconstitution with water, whereas liquid broth is ready to use.
Can I use it in a slow cooker?
Yes, it's excellent for adding a deep beef base to slow-cooked stews and roasts. Dissolve it in a small amount of hot water first to ensure even distribution.
Is it gluten-free?
This varies by brand. Some contain wheat flour as a thickener or flavor carrier, so always check the ingredient list if you have a gluten intolerance.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.13 kcal/g · 30% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 16.7 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 58.30 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.