Manteca Fried Carnitas Recipe

Manteca Fried Carnitas has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Thiamin and Niacin.

The food contains 2.8g 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 11.8 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet.

It belongs to Mexican cuisine.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Manteca Fried Carnitas has been given a composite ranking of 28, and in moderation.