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Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage)

Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage) is a traditional Vietnamese cooked pork sausage commonly used in banh mi, noodle dishes and as a sliced accompaniment; it is known for its smooth texture and mild, slightly savory flavor. It is a concentrated source of animal protein, providing about 22g of protein per 100g, and also supplies B‑vitamins and selenium typical of pork products. As a highly processed meat product it tends to be higher in salt and saturated fat than whole cuts, so it’s often used in small amounts as a flavorful addition rather than a primary source of nutrition.

Lactose free · Gluten free · Ultra-processed · ~1.60€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C-

Fair

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

220 kcal

11% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

22 g

44% RDI

Fat

14 g

5g sat fat

Carbs

3 g

1% RDI

Sugar

0.5 g

1% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

2.5 g

50% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C- · 5.3 / 10

Healthy alternatives

Ingredients that rank higher on the overall quality profile and might substitute well in some recipes.

01

Lean Roasted Pork Loin (Thinly Sliced)

Less salt · lighter overall

S-

02

Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay)

Less salt · lighter overall

A+

Recipes featuring Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage)

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Bánh Mì

Bánh Mì

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nutritious
easy
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Bánh Cuốn with Pork and Mushrooms

Bánh Cuốn with Pork and Mushrooms

4.2
high protein
low sugar
date night

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage) healthy?

Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage) is rated moderate (Health Grade C-) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage)?

Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage) is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.05Is Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage) lactose free?

Yes, Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage) is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage)?

100g of Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage) contains 220 kcal, 22g protein, 3g carbohydrates, 14g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage) gluten free?

Yes, Cha Lua (Vietnamese Pork Sausage) is gluten free.

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