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Shortening frying (heavy duty), palm (hydrogenated)
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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 MG | 0% | |
| Riboflavin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Niacin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Folate, total | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 19 MG | 127% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Potassium, K | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Sodium, Na | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0 UG | 0% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Rich source of Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) (127% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Shortening frying (heavy duty), palm (hydrogenated)
Heavy-duty frying shortening made from hydrogenated palm oil is pure fat, designed for the high-heat, high-volume demands of commercial deep frying. Palm oil is naturally high in saturated fat even before hydrogenation, so fully hydrogenated palm shortening is extremely stable at frying temperatures with a high smoke point and long fry life. No protein, fiber, or carbohydrate. It is widely used in food-service and industrial frying operations for its consistency and resistance to oxidation, though its saturated fat content is substantial.
Dietary Information
Shortening frying (heavy duty), palm (hydrogenated) is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Shortening frying (heavy duty), palm (hydrogenated) include Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) (127% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 884 calories per 100 grams, Shortening frying (heavy duty), palm (hydrogenated) gets 0% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 102% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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