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Pork Belly豚バラ肉 · Buta Bara Niku · หมูสามชั้น

High concentration of saturated and monounsaturated lipids severely delays gastric emptying and spikes caloric density, though it supplies significant metabolic thiamin.

Overview

A high-lipid pork cut celebrated for its rich flavor and tenderizing fat cap, widely used in rich broths and stir-fries.

  • Standard portion: 100 g
  • Approx. 386 kcal per serving
Food noteShow details
  • To mitigate the excessive lipid load
  • Parboil the cut briefly before integrating it into the main dish. Pairing with high-fiber cruciferous vegetables or daikon radish aids in emulsifying the fats and supports digestive function. Avoid combining with heavy
  • Refined carbohydrates to prevent severe metabolic overload.
IngredientsShow details
  • Pork
Serving guidanceShow details

Best with

  • Daikon radish
  • Ginger
  • Garlic

Use caution with

  • Deep frying batter
  • Sugary glazes
  • Refined carbs
Pros & consShow details

Pros

  • Highly palatable
  • Rich in B1
  • Tender texture

Cons

  • Extreme caloric density
  • High saturated fat
  • Low protein ratio
Calorie comparisonShow details
Calories, protein, carbs, and fat (PCF) by serving unit.
ServingCaloriesProtein (P)Carbs (C)Fat (F)
1 serve100 g
386 kcal14.4 g0.1 g34.6 g
Per 50 g50 g
193 kcal7.2 g0.05 g17.3 g
Per 100 g100 g
386 kcal14.4 g0.1 g34.6 g
Per 150 g150 g
579 kcal21.6 g0.15 g51.9 g
Per 200 g200 g
772 kcal28.8 g0.2 g69.2 g
Per 250 g250 g
965 kcal36 g0.25 g86.5 g

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Nutrition facts label

Amount: 100 gLabel serving size: 100 g
Calories386 kcal
NutrientAdult % DV
Nutrition facts for selected amount
NutrientAmount · Adult % DV
Protein14.4 g29% of adult daily value
Net Carbs0.1 g0% of adult daily value
Fat34.6 g44% of adult daily value
Fiber
Sodium
Total Carbs0.1 g0% of adult daily value
Sugar
Vitamin B10.5 mg
Potassium270 mg5.7% of adult daily value
Zinc1.8 mg16% of adult daily value
Cholesterol70 mg23% of adult daily value

Percent daily values are based on standard adult recommended intake.