Meat and Poultry / Processed Meats
Embotido
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 164kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 10.1 g/ 71g (14%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 8.5 g/ 42g (20%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 11.7 g/ 348g (3%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0.9 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.13%) |
Vit B1 | 0.06 mg/ 1mg (5%) |
Vit B2 | 0.13 mg/ 1mg (10%) |
Vit B3 | 1.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (7%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 38 mg/ 750mg (5%) |
Phosphorus | 97 mg/ 700mg (13%) |
Iron | 1.7 mg/ 12mg (14%) |
Potassium | 224 mg/ 2000mg (11%) |
Sodium | 939 mg/ 1500mg (62%) |
Zinc | 1.4 mg/ 7mg (21%) source |
What is this food?
Embotido is a Filipino meat loaf made from ground pork (sometimes mixed with other meats), usually with carrots, raisins, and seasonings, then steamed or baked. It’s typically served as a main viand (protein + some carbs) during meals.
Why it matters to health
Embotido can help you meet your daily protein needs, which supports growth and repair of body tissues. It also has some carbohydrates for energy. However, per 100g it’s relatively high in sodium (about 939 mg) and saturated fat (about 3.4 g), and it contains cholesterol (about 46 mg). This matters because too much sodium can push blood pressure up for some people, and too much saturated fat can make it harder to keep heart health in check. The good part: it has a small amount of fiber (about 0.6 g), but it’s still best paired with vegetables and balanced portions.
Healthier tips
- Portion guide: Start with about 1/2 to 1 cup (or roughly a palm-sized serving) as part of your 3 full meals, not as the only food on the plate.
- Balance your plate: Pair embotido with lots of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., lettuce, cabbage, pechay, broccoli) and a smaller serving of rice or other starchy food.
- Watch sodium: If you’re buying or eating it from restaurants, consider choosing smaller portions or alternating with lower-sodium viands.
- Choose smarter versions: When cooking at home, use leaner meat, add more vegetables, and reduce salty seasonings.
- For snacks: Keep snacks lighter (fruit, yogurt, or nuts in small portions) so your day stays balanced.
Common Filipino dishes
Embotido, Menudo, Afritada, Hamonado, Lechon Kawali, Tocino
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