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Pork, fresh, shoulder, (Boston butt), blade (steaks), separable lean and fat, raw
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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% | |
| Thiamin | 0.5 MG | 43% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.4 MG | 27% | |
| Niacin | 4.2 MG | 26% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 1.4 MG | 29% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.5 MG | 29% | |
| Folate, total | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Choline, total | 73.3 MG | 13% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.9 UG | 38% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 2 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.7 UG | 4% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 16 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.1 MG | 6% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 20 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 190 MG | 15% | |
| Potassium, K | 318 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 61 MG | 3% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 3.1 MG | 28% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 11% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 26.2 UG | 48% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 17.4g per 100g.
- Good source of Zinc, Zn (28% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (48% DV).
- Good source of Thiamin (43% DV).
- Good source of Riboflavin (27% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (26% DV).
About Pork, fresh, shoulder, (Boston butt), blade (steaks), separable lean and fat, raw
Braised Boston butt blade steaks, cooked with fat on, end up rich and protein-dense. Long braising makes the collagen in the blade area melt into the surrounding liquid, resulting in meat that pulls apart easily. Fat content after cooking is meaningful. This is comfort-food territory, best served with something that can absorb the cooking juices.
Dietary Information
Pork, fresh, shoulder, (Boston butt), blade (steaks), separable lean and fat, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Pork, fresh, shoulder, (Boston butt), blade (steaks), separable lean and fat, raw include Selenium, Se (48% DV) , Thiamin (43% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (38% DV) , Pantothenic acid (29% DV) , and Vitamin B-6 (29% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 186 calories per 100 grams, Pork, fresh, shoulder, (Boston butt), blade (steaks), separable lean and fat, raw gets 37% 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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