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Pork, cured, salt pork, raw
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Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* 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% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 18% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Niacin | 1.6 MG | 10% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Folate, total | 1 UG | 0% | |
| Choline, total | 19.3 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.3 UG | 12% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.2 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 6 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.4 MG | 2% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 7 MG | 2% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 52 MG | 4% | |
| Potassium, K | 66 MG | 1% | |
| Sodium, Na | 2,684 MG | 117% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.9 MG | 8% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 5.8 UG | 11% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Rich source of Sodium, Na (117% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Pork, cured, salt pork, raw
Salt pork is essentially cured fatback and should be understood accordingly - almost entirely fat, with protein playing only a minor background role. No carbohydrates. The salt concentration is extreme by any standard, which is why it functions as a flavoring agent rather than a standalone protein source. Small amounts melted down in a pan provide the fat base for traditional New England chowder, baked beans, or Southern braised greens. A little goes a long way.
Dietary Information
Pork, cured, salt pork, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pork, cured, salt pork, raw include Sodium, Na (117% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 748 calories per 100 grams, Pork, cured, salt pork, raw gets 3% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 97% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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