Meat and Poultry / Offal
Pork tongue
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 86% |
| Calories | 241kcal / 2530kcal (9%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 14.8 g/ 71g (20%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 20.2 g/ 42g (48%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 0.1 g/ 348g (0.03%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 2.75 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0.39%) |
Vit B1 | 0.15 mg/ 1mg (12%) |
Vit B2 | 0.23 mg/ 1mg (17%) source |
Vit B3 | 3 mg NE/ 16mg NE (18%) source |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 28 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 144 mg/ 700mg (20%) source |
Iron | 1.6 mg/ 12mg (13%) |
Sodium | 93 mg/ 1500mg (6%) low |
What is this food?
Pork tongue is a type of organ meat (protein-rich) that’s usually cooked as viand or added to stews. In 100g, it provides about 241 kcal and 20.2g total fat (with 7.0g saturated fat) plus 119mg cholesterol and 93mg sodium. It’s very low in carbs (about 0.1g).
Why it matters to health
Because pork tongue is high in protein, it helps support muscle and keeps you full in your daily meals and snacks. However, it also comes with higher saturated fat and cholesterol, so it’s best to keep portions reasonable—especially if you eat it often. The sodium is relatively low compared with many processed viands, but it can still add up depending on how it’s cooked (e.g., with salty sauces or broth).
Healthier tips
- Keep it as a protein option for one meal, not the main meat every day.
- Use a smaller serving (about 1 palm-sized portion) and pair with lots of non-starchy vegetables (e.g., kangkong, pechay, ampalaya, carrots, cabbage).
- Go easy on salty ingredients: reduce added salt, soy sauce, and salty broth; choose herbs, garlic, and vinegar for flavor.
- Balance your plate: aim for 1/2 vegetables, 1/4 protein (like pork tongue), and 1/4 rice or starchy food.
- If you’re having it for lunch, consider lighter snacks later (e.g., fruit or yogurt) so your day stays balanced.
Common Filipino dishes
Pork tongue sinigang, Pork tongue giniling, Pork tongue menudo, Pork tongue kare-kare, Pork tongue adobo
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