Steak calories: by cut, portion size and cooking oil
Steak is a high-protein, satisfying meal, and its calories swing mostly with the cut and how big the portion is. A lean sirloin and a marbled ribeye can differ by a third for the same weight, and the oil or butter in the pan stacks on top.
Typical portion227 gCalories≈ 615 kcal
Quick answer
An 8 oz (227 g) steak is roughly 480 kcal for lean sirloin, 615 kcal for a NY strip and 660 kcal for a marbled ribeye. Cooking butter or oil typically adds 45-100 kcal.
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g
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Base · 227 g615 kcal
Oil level: Light+45 kcal
Total660 kcal
- Protein57 g
- Fat48 g
- Carbs0 g
Portion size and cooking method move single foods most; frying adds oil.
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FAQ
How many calories are in a steak?
A typical 8 oz (227 g) steak ranges from about 480 kcal for lean sirloin to 660 kcal for a marbled ribeye, before added cooking oil or butter.
How many calories are in steak per 100 g?
Around 210 kcal for cooked sirloin, 230 for filet mignon, 270 for a NY strip and 290 for ribeye, with roughly 24-27 g of protein.
Which steak cut has the fewest calories?
Lean cuts like sirloin and filet mignon are lowest, while heavily marbled cuts such as ribeye are the highest for the same weight.
Can SpoonCheck estimate my steak from a photo?
Yes. A photo helps estimate the cut, the cooked weight and any visible butter or oil, so you don't have to weigh it.
Data source: USDA FDC (beef sirloin/ribeye/short loin/tenderloin, cooked, broiled) + typical restaurant builds
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