mexican · Restaurant plate
How many calories in a plate of carne asada?
About 980 kcal for a typical restaurant plate.
The calories come primarily from the grilled skirt or flank steak and the oil used during cooking. Side dishes like rice, beans, and tortillas add carbohydrates, while guacamole and sour cream contribute significant fats.
What each part adds
| Part | Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grilled skirt steak | 6 oz cooked, 170 g | 391 kcal | 42 g | 0 g | 24 g |
| White rice | 1 cup cooked, 158 g | 206 kcal | 4 g | 45 g | 0 g |
| Refried beans | 1/2 cup, 130 g | 195 kcal | 9 g | 28 g | 7 g |
| Flour tortilla | 1 medium, 45 g | 136 kcal | 4 g | 23 g | 3 g |
| Guacamole | 2 tbsp, 30 g | 50 kcal | 1 g | 3 g | 5 g |
| Whole plate | 1 serving, 533 g | 978 kcal | 60 g | 99 g | 39 g |
Estimates for a typical portion. Your plate will differ with portion size and how it is cooked. Not medical advice.
Swaps that change the number
- Remove guacamole−50 kcal
- Swap rice for lettuce−206 kcal
- Add extra tortilla1 medium+136 kcal
- Use leaner flank steak−40 kcal