Chorizo
Paprika-cured pork sausage that releases scarlet, flavour-packed fat when cooked.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of chorizo for fair comparison. Typical serving: 30 g — 136 kcal per 30 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (30 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 453 kcal | 136 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 23.3 g | 7 g | 5.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 0.5 g | 0.4 g |
| Fat | 38.7 g | 11.6 g | 8.5 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g | 0 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of chorizo, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (30 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 µg | 0.45 µg | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 0.22 mg | 0.066 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Thiamin | 0.21 mg | 0.063 mg | 18% |
| Riboflavin | 0.31 mg | 0.093 mg | 24% |
| Niacin | 5.5 mg | 1.7 mg | 34% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.31 mg | 0.093 mg | 18% |
| Folate | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2 µg | 0.6 µg | 83% |
| Choline | 96.7 mg | 29 mg | 18% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 19 mg | 5.7 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 0.42 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 20 mg | 6 mg | 5% |
| Phosphorus | 149 mg | 44.7 mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 308 mg | 92.4 mg | 7% |
| Sodium | 788 mg | 236 mg | 34% |
| Zinc | 1.7 mg | 0.51 mg | 15% |
| Selenium | 18.6 µg | 5.6 µg | 34% |
| Copper | 0.084 mg | 0.025 mg | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.093 mg | 0.028 mg | 4% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Sausage, pork, chorizo, link or ground, raw
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat chorizo?
- A few slices season a whole pot of beans or rice.
- Long shelf life.
How to include it
- Use as a seasoning with pulses and vegetables.
- Render first, then drain most of the fat.
Things to consider
- Processed meat, high in saturated fat and salt — use sparingly.
- The rendered fat adds significant calories.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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