Ground Beef (80/20 Chuck)
Fresh Meats & Poultry · 9 specs
Direct Answer
Ground beef 80/20 contains 80% lean meat and 20% fat. Per 100g raw, it provides 254 kcal, 17.2g protein, 20.0g total fat (7.6g saturated), 71mg cholesterol, and 1.94mg heme iron, requiring a safe internal cooking temperature of 71°C (160°F).
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 174032) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Energy / Calories | 254 kcal |
| Protein | 17.2 g |
| Total Fat | 20.0 g |
| Saturated Fat | 7.60 g |
| Cholesterol | 71.0 mg |
| Heme Iron | 1.94 mg |
| Sodium | 66.0 mg |
| Potassium | 270 mg |
| USDA Safe Internal Temp | 71°C (160°F) (Ground meat safety) |
Burger Standard & Food Safety
The 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio is the burger patty benchmark for juiciness. Because grinding distributes surface bacteria throughout the meat, ground beef must reach 71°C (160°F) unlike intact whole muscle steaks.
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