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Chorizo
Chorizo provides 429 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 21.4 g of protein. That is 100% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Chorizo category. Contains: beef, pork.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 oz (28 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 429 kcal | 120 kcal | 406 +6% | |
| Total fat | 35.7 g | 10 g | 13% | 33.9 +5% |
| Saturated fat | 14.3 g | 4 g | 20% | 13.1 +9% |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 2.8 −100% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 1.5 −100% | |
| Protein | 21.4 g | 6 g | 12% | 22.5 −5% |
| Salt | 4.3 g | 1.2 g | 3.4 +25% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1583 Chorizo products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from May 2023. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Compared with other chorizo
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Pork, beef, pork hearts, salt, water, paprika, spices, lactic acid starter culture, dextrose, garlic powder, sodium erythorbate, sodium nitrite, bha, bht, citric acid.
- Allergens
- BeefPork
Additives 5
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 oz (28 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0043200150281
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Chorizo?
Chorizo contains 429 kcal per 100 g and about 120 kcal per serving (1 oz (28 g)).
How much sugar is in Chorizo?
Chorizo has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Chorizo healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Chorizo vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Chorizo contain?
According to the label data it contains: Beef, Pork. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 30, 2023. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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