Tamales, masa and pork filling (Hopi)
* 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thiamin | 0.2 MG | 14% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 5% | |
| Niacin | 2.8 MG | 18% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.8 MG | 16% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.3 MG | 15% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.2 UG | 9% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 81 UG | 9% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.1 MG | 7% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 3.2 UG | 3% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 18 MG | 1% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.7 MG | 4% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 35 MG | 8% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 141 MG | 11% | |
| Potassium, K | 250 MG | 5% | |
| Sodium, Na | 298 MG | 13% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.3 MG | 12% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 10% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 7% | |
| Selenium, Se | 32.6 UG | 59% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 13.2g per 100g.
- Good source of dietary fiber (3.3g per 100g).
- Rich source of Selenium, Se (59% of Daily Value per 100g).
About Tamales, masa and pork filling (Hopi)
These Hopi-style tamales wrap a pork filling in masa, the nixtamalized corn dough that is the foundation of tamale-making across the Southwest. The result is a balanced plate in miniature: reasonable protein from the pork, complex carbohydrates from the masa, and moderate fat. Fiber comes from the corn, not in large amounts but present. Compared to commercial or fast-food versions, this preparation is relatively unprocessed - masa, pork, and traditional seasoning without a long list of additives. Calorie density is moderate; they are filling but not heavy.
Dietary Information
Notable micronutrients in Tamales, masa and pork filling (Hopi) include Selenium, Se (59% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 168 calories per 100 grams, Tamales, masa and pork filling (Hopi) gets 31% of its calories from protein, 44% from carbohydrates, and 25% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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