1 serving (100 grams) contains 150 calories, 3.0 grams of protein, 12.0 grams of fat, and 5.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
357.1 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71.4 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 952.4 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 11.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g | 0% | |
| Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47.6 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 119.0 mg | 2% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About Pontchartrain sauce
Pontchartrain sauce is a flavorful, creamy seafood sauce originating from Louisiana's Creole cuisine. Typically used to enhance dishes like fish, shrimp, or crab, this sauce features a base of butter, heavy cream, and seafood stock, enriched with garlic, onions, and seasonings like paprika and cayenne pepper for a signature Southern kick. Some variations include mushrooms, wine, or fresh herbs for added depth. While Pontchartrain sauce delights with its rich, velvety texture and bold flavors, it is worth noting that due to ingredients like butter and heavy cream, it is high in calories and saturated fats. To lighten the recipe, substitutions such as low-fat cream or olive oil can be used. Its seafood elements, such as stock or fresh crabs, provide protein and essential omega-3 fatty acids, lending some nutritional balance to this indulgent Creole classic.
