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Swiss Steak, Beef

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1. Another name given to a steak cut from the beef arm roast. Braising is the best cooking method for this tougher cut, which is also known as arm steak. A steak cut from the bottom round is also referred to as Swiss steak.

2. A braised dish consisting of a steak cut from the beef chuck arm or bottom round, which is usually tenderized and browned on all sides and then placed in a pot with chopped tomatoes, onions, celery, seasonings, and broth. The pot is covered and the meat is allowed to simmer until it is fork tender.
Swiss Steak

USDA Nutrition Facts

Beef, corned beef hash, with potato, canned (USDA#22908)

Calories 164
Protein 8g
Total Fat 10g
Total Carbohydrates 9g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Sugars 0g
Potassium 172mg
Sodium 425mg
Cholesterol 32mg

Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, cooked (USDA#13347)

Serving Size 1 piece, cooked, excluding refuse (yield from 1 lb raw meat with refuse)
Calories 251
Protein 18g
Total Fat 18g
Total Carbohydrates 0g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 0g
Potassium 145mg
Sodium 1134mg
Cholesterol 98mg

Beef, cured, corned beef, brisket, raw (USDA#13346)

Serving Size 1 oz
Calories 198
Protein 14g
Total Fat 14g
Total Carbohydrates 0g
Dietary Fiber 0g
Potassium 297mg
Sodium 1217mg
Cholesterol 54mg

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