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Tacos Al Pastor 1 - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tacos Al Pastor 1 Recipe

Tacos Al Pastor 1 has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin.

The food contains 15.1g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 36 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 4 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 73, for Tacos Al Pastor 1, and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein33%
 Calories from Fat54%
 Calories from Carbs14%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin
  • High in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A1.2 IU0%Mid 40%Average
Retinol1.2 mcg
Vitamin C3.5 mg5.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D13.8 IU3.5%Top 30%High
Thiamin0.77 mg51.3%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.38 mg22.6%Top 10%Very High
Niacin3.5 mg17.3%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.38 mg19.2%Top 10%Very High
Folate8.8 mcg2.2%Mid 40%Average
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.38 mcg6.4%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.77 mg7.7%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium26.9 mg2.7%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.5 mg8.5%Top 30%High
Magnesium24.2 mg6.1%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus146.9 mg14.7%Top 30%High
Potassium0.38 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium148.6 mg6.2%Mid 40%Average
Zinc1.2 mg7.7%Top 30%High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.38 mg19.2%Top 30%High
Selenium22.3 mcg31.9%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.8 g1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber1.5 g6.2%Mid 40%Average
Sugars1.7 g
Glucose0.8 mg
Fructose0.4 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.8 g27.7%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.8 mg
Isoleucine0.8 mg
Leucine0.8 mg
Lysine1.2 mg
Methionine0.4 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.4 mg
Tyrosine0.4 mg
Valine0.8 mg
Arginine0.8 mg
Histidine0.4 mg
Alanine0.8 mg
Aspartic Acid1.2 mg
Glutamic Acid2.3 mg
Glycine0.8 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.4 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.1 g15.5%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.1 g15.4%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.9 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 441 Calories from Fat 235

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 26.2 g 40.3%

Saturated Fat 8 g 40%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 107.2 mg 35.7%

Sodium 386.4 mg 16.1%

Total Carbohydrates 15.1 g 5%

Dietary Fiber 4 g16%

Sugars 4.5 g

Protein 36 g 72%

Vitamin A 0.1% Vitamin C 15%

Calcium 7% Iron 22.2%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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