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Char Siu (Cantonese Barbecue Pork)

Char Siu (Cantonese Barbecue Pork) is a Cantonese-style barbecue pork known for its glossy, slightly sweet-red glaze and savory-sweet flavor; it’s a staple in Chinese barbecue shops and commonly served sliced with rice or in noodle dishes. Nutritionally it is a concentrated source of animal protein, providing about 22g of protein per 100g, along with fats that give it a rich mouthfeel. While it delivers high-quality amino acids and useful micronutrients like selenium and B vitamins, it is often relatively high in saturated fat and sodium compared with unprocessed lean meats, so people watching salt or saturated fat may prefer smaller portions or leaner swaps.

Lactose free · Processed · ~2.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C-

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

270 kcal

14% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

22 g

44% RDI

Fat

16 g

6g sat fat

Carbs

9 g

3% RDI

Sugar

8 g

16% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

2.2 g

44% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C- · 5.4 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Char Siu (Cantonese Barbecue Pork) healthy?

Char Siu (Cantonese Barbecue Pork) is rated moderate (Health Grade C-) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Char Siu (Cantonese Barbecue Pork)?

Char Siu (Cantonese Barbecue Pork) is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.02What are the macros in Char Siu (Cantonese Barbecue Pork)?

100g of Char Siu (Cantonese Barbecue Pork) contains 270 kcal, 22g protein, 9g carbohydrates, 16g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Char Siu (Cantonese Barbecue Pork) lactose free?

Yes, Char Siu (Cantonese Barbecue Pork) is lactose free.

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