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Tacos al Pastor - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Tacos al Pastor Recipe

Tacos al Pastor Recipe has a very high-calorie, low-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content.

The food contains 13g 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. Its low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 37 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.

However, the very high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is very high in saturated fats and low in trans fats.

While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

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

Based on the composite nutritive standing Tacos al Pastor Recipe has been given a composite ranking of 40, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat64%
 Calories from Carbs9%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A300 IU6%
Vitamin C3.6 mg6%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium60 mg6%
Iron3.6 mg20%
Potassium700 mg20%
Sodium390 mg16.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate13 g4.3%
Dietary Fiber2 g8%
Sugars1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein37 g74%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat40 g61.5%
Saturated Fat14 g70%
Total Trans Fatty Acids0 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 560 Calories from Fat 360

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 40 g 61.5%

Saturated Fat 14 g 70%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 130 mg 43.3%

Sodium 390 mg 16.3%

Total Carbohydrates 13 g 4.3%

Dietary Fiber 2 g8%

Sugars 1 g

Protein 37 g 74%

Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C 6%

Calcium 6% Iron 20%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.chow.com/recipes/29554-tacos-al-pastor Embed Table:

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