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Asian Style Braised Pork Shoulder - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Asian Style Braised Pork Shoulder Recipe

Asian Style Braised Pork Shoulder has a very high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.

The food contains 49.8g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average in complex carbs and high 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 69.5 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. It's very high MUFA and high PUFA. It is also ranked in the top 10 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 6 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is high 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 Asian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Asian Style Braised Pork Shoulder has been given a composite ranking of 42, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein23%
 Calories from Fat61%
 Calories from Carbs16%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • Very high in Vitamin D
  • Very high in Riboflavin
  • Very high in Thiamin

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat
  • Very high in Sodium

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A83.8 IU1.7%Mid 40%Average
Retinol1.8 mcg
Vitamin C2.3 mg3.8%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D60.4 IU15.1%Top 10%Very High
Thiamin0.68 mg45.6%Top 10%Very High
Riboflavin0.23 mg13.4%Top 10%Very High
Niacin3.9 mg19.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.46 mg22.8%Top 10%Very High
Folate8.9 mcg2.2%Bottom 30%Low
Folic Acid0 mcg
Vitamin B120.68 mcg11.4%Top 30%High
Pantothenic Acid0.68 mg6.8%Top 30%High

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium24.1 mg2.4%Mid 40%Average
Iron1.4 mg7.6%Top 30%High
Magnesium22.1 mg5.5%Mid 40%Average
Phosphorus177.4 mg17.7%Top 30%High
Potassium0.23 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium453.8 mg18.9%Top 30%High
Zinc2.5 mg16.7%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.23 mg11.4%Top 30%High
Selenium22.6 mcg32.2%Top 10%Very High

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate11.3 g3.8%Mid 40%Average
Dietary Fiber0.25 g1%Bottom 30%Low
Sugars6.8 g
Glucose0 mg
Fructose0 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein15.8 g31.7%Top 10%Very High
Tryptophan0.2 mg
Threonine0.7 mg
Isoleucine0.7 mg
Leucine0.7 mg
Lysine1.4 mg
Methionine0.5 mg
Cystine0.2 mg
Phenylalanine0.7 mg
Tyrosine0.5 mg
Valine0.9 mg
Arginine0.9 mg
Histidine0.7 mg
Alanine0.9 mg
Aspartic Acid1.4 mg
Glutamic Acid2.5 mg
Glycine0.9 mg
Proline0 mg
Serine0.7 mg
Hydroxyproline0 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat18.8 g28.9%Top 30%High
Saturated Fat5.8 g29%Top 30%High
Monounsaturated Fat7.7 g
Polyunsaturated Fat3.4 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0.5 g
Ash2.5 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 1238 Calories from Fat 741

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 82.4 g 126.8%

Saturated Fat 25.5 g 127.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 268.7 mg 89.6%

Sodium 1992 mg 83%

Total Carbohydrates 49.8 g 16.6%

Dietary Fiber 1.1 g4.4%

Sugars 29.8 g

Protein 69.5 g 139%

Vitamin A 7.4% Vitamin C 16.7%

Calcium 10.6% Iron 33.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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