The Anonymous Widower

How Much B12 In A Portion Of Chilli-Con-Carne?

I asked Google AI, the title of this post and received this answer.

A standard 1-cup (approx. 240g–250g) portion of homemade or canned chilli con carne typically contains between 0.68 mcg and 1.6 mcg of Vitamin B12. This amount represents approximately 28% to 67% of the recommended daily intake (DV) for adults.

Vitamin B12 Content Breakdown:

Homemade with Beef (Approx. 250g): ~1.6 mcg (67% DV).

Canned Entree (1 cup/242g): ~0.68 mcg (28% DV).

Chilli with Rice (450g meal): ~2.28 mcg (57% DV).

Key Factors Affecting B12 Levels:

Meat Quantity: A higher ratio of ground beef increases the B12 content, as 3 ounces of lean ground beef alone provides 2.4 mcg (100% DV).

Serving Size: A larger, restaurant-sized portion (e.g., 12 oz) will contain significantly more than a standard 1-cup serving.

Chilli con carne is considered an excellent source of Vitamin B12 due to the beef content, which helps meet the daily requirement of 2.4 mcg for adults.

I generally eat, one Marks and Spencer’s Count on Us chilli-con-carne and rice, every week. It doesn’t say on the packaging if it is gluten-free, but my highly-tuned gut says it is.

What Does Google AI Say In Answer To Is Marks And Spencer’s Count On Us Chilli Con Carne And Rice Gluten Free?

The M&S Count On Us Chilli Con Carne and Rice is generally considered safe as it does not list gluten-containing ingredients, but it is not explicitly labeled as “gluten-free” and may have risks of cross-contamination. While many M&S “Count on Us” meals are considered “accidentally” gluten-free, it is advised to check the label for “may contain” warnings before consuming.

I used to have a ginger Glaswegian friend, who had a Michelin star (Not him, one of the others!) He told me that chilli con carne should be gluten-free.

March 9, 2026 - Posted by AnonW | Artificial Intelligence, Food, Health | Beef, Coeliac/Gluten-Free, Google AI, Marks and Spencer, Vitamin B12