Charsiew

Charsiew

Dinner

Item Rating: 47/100

1 serving (100 grams) contains 290 calories, 15.0 grams of protein, 20.0 grams of fat, and 15.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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690.5
calories
35.7
protein
35.7
carbohydrates
47.6
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (238.1g)
Calories
690.5
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 47.6 g 61%
Saturated Fat 16.7 g 83%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 119.0 mg 39%
Sodium 1428.6 mg 62%
Total Carbohydrates 35.7 g 12%
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0%
Sugars 23.8 g
protein 35.7 g 71%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 47.6 mg 3%
Iron 3.6 mg 20%
Potassium 595.2 mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

🥩 High protein

Source of Calories

20.0%
20.0%
60.0%
Fat: 428 cal (60.0%)
Protein: 142 cal (20.0%)
Carbs: 142 cal (20.0%)

About Charsiew

Charsiew, also known as Chinese BBQ pork, is a flavorful Cantonese dish with roots in traditional Chinese cuisine. Made by marinating strips of pork in a mixture of soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, five-spice powder, and sometimes red food coloring for its signature vibrant hue, the meat is then roasted to achieve a tender texture and caramelized glaze. Charsiew is rich in protein and contains beneficial nutrients like iron and B vitamins due to its pork base. However, it can be high in sugar, sodium, and fat, especially because of the sweet marinade and fatty cuts of pork typically used. Consuming charsiew in moderation can be part of a balanced diet, but pairing it with nutrient-rich vegetables or whole grains is recommended to offset these less healthy aspects.