Chorizo
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Chorizo is a seasoned, processed meat sausage, usually made from pork. The figures here are based on manufacturers' data, with no cooking method specified. It mainly provides fat and protein. Per 100g, it contains 32g of fat, including 12g of saturated fat, alongside 24g of protein and 3.5g of salt.
Protein is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues. Chorizo's salt and saturated fat content are worth noting for people monitoring their intake. Eating too much salt can raise blood pressure, while too much saturated fat can raise LDL cholesterol. Full nutrient figures are provided in the tables below.
Nutrition per 100g
Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
Energía | 395 kcal |
Energía | 1638 kJ |
Grasa | 32g |
of which saturates | 12g |
Carbohydrate | 2.4g |
of which sugars | 1.1g |
1g | |
24g | |
Sal | 3.5g |
Alcohol | 0g |
Vitamins and minerals per 100g
Nutrient | Per 100g |
|---|---|
240mg | |
Sodio | 1400mg |
About these figures
Values are per 100g of the food as described (Manufacturers' data). "Trace" means only a very small amount was found. Nutrients that were not measured are not shown. Salt is calculated from sodium.