Last updated: October 11, 2026. Information checked at the time of writing.
Short answer: per 100 g, beef suet (“Beef, suet, raw”) has 854 kcal, 94.0 g of fat and 1.50 g of protein, according to Health Canada’s Canadian Nutrient File 2026. The table lists every major nutrient per 100 g and per 1 tablespoon (13 g), with % Daily Value.
Beef Suet nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 tablespoon (13 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 854 kcal | 111 kcal | n/a |
| Protein | 1.50 g | 0.20 g | n/a |
| Fat | 94.0 g | 12.2 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 52.3 g | 6.80 g | 34% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 31.5 g | 4.10 g | n/a |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.17 g | 0.41 g | n/a |
| Trans fat | 2.69 g | 0.35 g | n/a |
| Carbohydrate | 0.00 g | 0.00 g | n/a |
| Cholesterol | 68.0 mg | 8.84 mg | n/a |
| Iron | 0.17 mg | 0.02 mg | 0% |
| Zinc | 0.22 mg | 0.03 mg | 0% |
| Copper | 0.01 mg | 0.00 mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.20 mcg | 0.03 mcg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 1.00 mg | 0.13 mg | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 15.0 mg | 1.95 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 16.0 mg | 2.08 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 7.00 mg | 0.91 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 2.00 mg | 0.26 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.00 mcg | 0.00 mcg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.27 mcg | 0.04 mcg | 1% |
| Folate (DFE) | 1.00 mcg | 0.13 mcg | 0% |
| Choline | 5.60 mg | 0.73 mg | 0% |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.01 mg | 0.00 mg | 0% |
| Niacin (B3, preformed) | 0.26 mg | 0.03 mg | n/a |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg | 0.00 mg | 0% |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 0.06 mg | 0.01 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.00 mg | 0.00 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 1.50 mg | 0.20 mg | 1% |
| Linoleic acid (omega-6) | 2.15 g | 0.28 g | n/a |
| Alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3) | 0.86 g | 0.11 g | n/a |
Source: Health Canada, Canadian Nutrient File 2026, food code 2665 (“Beef, suet, raw”). % DV is for the serving shown and uses Daily Values on Canadian labels; n/a means no Daily Value applies.
What stands out
- Raw suet is about 94% fat; the rest is water and connective tissue, which is removed when it is rendered into tallow.
- It is the most saturated of the common animal fats, at about 52 g saturated fat per 100 g.
Related: best beef tallow in Canada, tallow vs ghee vs butter and suet vs tallow.
FAQ
How many calories are in beef suet?
854 kcal per 100 g, according to the Canadian Nutrient File 2026.
How much protein is in beef suet?
1.50 g per 100 g.
How much fat is in beef suet?
94.0 g per 100 g.
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