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SMITHFIELD, ""CHOP,BI,CC,GM,ET12,4OZ,10#,Z""
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* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.6 MG | 4% | |
| Sodium, Na | 188 MG | 8% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 17.9g per 100g.
About ""CHOP,BI,CC,GM,ET12,4OZ,10#,Z""
Farmland Boneless Center Cut Pork Loin Chops in a 4-ounce portion, enhanced with up to 12% solution, are pre-portioned pork chops treated with a moisture-enhancing brine before packaging. The solution — composed of water, sodium phosphates, potassium acetate, potassium lactate, and salt — is injected or tumbled into the loin to improve moisture retention during cooking, extend shelf life, and enhance tenderness. Enhanced pork is standard in the US commercial pork market, where the naturally lean nature of modern lean pork breeds can result in dryness if overcooked without additional moisture support.
Center cut loin chops are from the most uniform section of the pork loin, providing consistent thickness and diameter across each 4-ounce portion. In foodservice, 4-ounce portions are suited to lighter appetizer builds, kids menu entrees, or composed plates where the chop is one of several protein components.
The enhancement solution contributes a small amount of carbohydrate from potassium acetate and lactate, which is reflected in the nutritional data. The fat content is low and protein is solid, making this a lean, high-protein item. Sodium is elevated compared to unenhanced pork, which is important to note for salt management in recipe development.
From a kitchen perspective, enhanced pork chops are more forgiving of slight overcooking than unenhanced pork — the moisture-retention properties of the solution provide a buffer against the dryness that can occur when lean pork is cooked past the optimal temperature. Still, best results come from cooking to exactly 145 degrees Fahrenheit and resting before serving.
Ingredients
Solution ingredients: water, contains 2% or less of sodium phosphates, potassium acetate, potassium lactate, salt.
Dietary Information
""CHOP,BI,CC,GM,ET12,4OZ,10#,Z"" is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 188 calories per 100 grams, ""CHOP,BI,CC,GM,ET12,4OZ,10#,Z"" gets 38% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 60% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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