Sausage, pork, chorizo, link or ground, raw
* 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.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 17% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.3 MG | 24% | |
| Niacin | 5.5 MG | 34% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 18% | |
| Folate, total | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Choline, total | 96.7 MG | 18% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2 UG | 83% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.2 MG | 1% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.5 UG | 8% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 19 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.4 MG | 8% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 20 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 149 MG | 12% | |
| Potassium, K | 308 MG | 7% | |
| Sodium, Na | 788 MG | 34% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.7 MG | 15% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 9% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Selenium, Se | 18.6 UG | 34% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 13.6g per 100g.
- Good source of Sodium, Na (34% DV).
- Good source of Selenium, Se (34% DV).
- Good source of Riboflavin (24% DV).
- Good source of Niacin (34% DV).
- Rich source of Vitamin B-12 (83% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Sausage, pork, chorizo, link or ground, raw
Raw pork chorizo is a heavily seasoned fresh sausage, not the cured Spanish variety. Ground pork dominates, seasoned with chili, garlic, vinegar, and warm spices. The fat content is substantial and it must be cooked before eating. It crumbles well in a skillet and is used in tacos, egg scrambles, and rice dishes where its deep red color and spicy fat flavor the whole pan.
Dietary Information
Sausage, pork, chorizo, link or ground, raw is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Sausage, pork, chorizo, link or ground, raw include Vitamin B-12 (83% DV) , Sodium, Na (34% DV) , Selenium, Se (34% DV) , Niacin (34% DV) , and Riboflavin (24% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 296 calories per 100 grams, Sausage, pork, chorizo, link or ground, raw gets 18% of its calories from protein, 5% from carbohydrates, and 76% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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