1 serving (30 grams) contains 15 calories, 0.3 grams of protein, 0.6 grams of fat, and 1.5 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
118.1 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 4.7 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 708.7 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 11.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| protein | 2.4 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47.2 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 236.2 mg | 5% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About Carnitas sauce
Carnitas Sauce is a flavorful accompaniment rooted in Mexican cuisine, designed to complement the rich, savory taste of carnitas, or slow-cooked pork. Typically, it combines ingredients like tomatoes, onion, garlic, chili peppers, lime juice, and spices such as cumin, oregano, and cilantro, creating a balance of tangy, smoky, and mildly spicy notes. While the sauce offers vibrant flavor and some nutrients from fresh produce like vitamin C and antioxidants, its nutritional profile can vary based on preparation. Store-bought versions may contain added sugars or high sodium levels, so homemade options are often healthier. Carnitas Sauce is versatile and can be used as a topping, dipping sauce, or marinade, adding zest to tacos, burritos, or rice dishes. Moderation is key for mindful consumption, especially when paired with traditionally rich carnitas.
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Daily value percentages based on FDA guidelines. Nutrient recommendations from NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
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