Barbecue pork, with sauce: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
Slow-cooked, succulent pork, often pulled or shredded, generously coated in a tangy, sweet, and smoky barbecue sauce, a beloved comfort food. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 6-8 Prep Time: 20 minutes Ingredients: - 3 lbs pork shoulder (Boston butt) - 1 tablespoon olive oil - 1 large onion, sliced - 1 cup chicken broth - 1.5 cups barbecue sauce (your favorite) - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder - Salt and black pepper to taste Instructions: 1. Pat pork shoulder dry and season generously with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. 2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Sear pork on all sides until well browned. Remove pork and set aside. 3. Add sliced onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. 4. Return pork to the pot. Pour in chicken broth, barbecue sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Bring to a simmer. 5. Cover the pot and transfer to a preheated oven at 325°F (160°C). Cook for 3-4 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender and easily shredded. 6. Remove pork from the pot and shred it using two forks. Return shredded pork to the sauce in the pot and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning. 7. Serve hot on buns, with coleslaw, or as desired.
Per 100g reference serving, Barbecue pork, with sauce provides 226 kcal of energy, 17.6g protein (32% of calories), 12.2g total carbohydrates (22% of calories, including 0.3g dietary fiber and 9.97g sugars), and 11.3g total fat (46% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Barbecue pork, with sauce (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 0.2 mg | 0.2% DV |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.8 µg | 4% DV |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 0.58 µg | 24.2% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 5 µg | 0.6% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 0.37 mg | 2.5% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 0.5 µg | 0.4% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.333 mg | 27.8% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.255 mg | 19.6% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 3.36 mg | 21% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.298 mg | 17.5% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 2 µg | 0.5% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 2 µg | 0.5% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 2 µg | 0.5% DV |
| Choline | 73.5 mg | 13.4% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 2 µg | 0.2% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 40 µg | 1.1% DV |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 1 µg | 0.2% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 26 µg | 0.3% DV |
| Lycopene | 1365 µg | 13.7% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Barbecue pork, with sauce (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 1.12 mg | 6.2% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 25 mg | 1.9% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 20 mg | 4.8% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 299 mg | 6.4% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 2.81 mg | 25.5% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 25.3 µg | 46% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 161 mg | 12.9% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.104 mg | 11.6% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 603 mg | 26.2% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 0.001 g | 0.2% DV |
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.072 g | 4.5% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 1.5 g | 10.7% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 4.94 g | 16.5% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 1.72 g | 8.6% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 3.98 g | 19.9% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 64 mg | 21.3% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Barbecue pork, with sauce contains 226 calories (kcal), 17.6g of protein, 12.2g of carbohydrates (0.3g fiber, 9.97g total sugars), and 11.3g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Barbecue pork, with sauce has an estimated food pH of 5.6 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 7.44 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Barbecue pork, with sauce: None of the Top 9 major allergens. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 8+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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