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Ham slice
Calories & nutrition facts
cured, pork, bone-in, separable lean only, unheated
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 130 kcal —
- Protein 24 g 49%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 3.6 g 5%
- Saturated fat 1.1 g 5%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 760 mg 33%
- Cholesterol 65 mg 22%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.29 mg 2%
- Vitamin K 0.3 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.49 mg 41%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.25 mg 19%
- Niacin (B3) 6.5 mg 41%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.68 mg 14%
- Vitamin B6 0.48 mg 28%
- Folate (B9) 1 µg 0%
- Vitamin B12 0.6 µg 25%
- Choline 93.1 mg 17%
Minerals
- Calcium 13 mg 1%
- Iron 1.2 mg 7%
- Magnesium 23 mg 5%
- Phosphorus 263 mg 21%
- Potassium 370 mg 8%
- Zinc 2.4 mg 22%
- Copper 0.15 mg 16%
- Manganese 0.02 mg 1%
- Selenium 22.3 µg 41%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 130 | 24 g | 0 g | 3.6 g |
| 1 × oz (3 oz) | 85 g | 111 | 21 g | 0 g | 3.1 g |
| 1 × slice | 425 g | 553 | 104 g | 0 g | 15 g |
| 2 × oz (3 oz) | 170 g | 221 | 41 g | 0 g | 6.1 g |
| ½ × oz (3 oz) | 42.5 g | 55 | 10 g | 0 g | 1.5 g |
| 3 × oz (3 oz) | 255 g | 332 | 62 g | 0 g | 9.2 g |
| 4 × oz (3 oz) | 340 g | 442 | 83 g | 0 g | 12 g |
Similar foods
- Spiral ham slicecured, with natural juices, boneless, separable lean and fat, heated, roasted139 kcal / 100 g
- Pork ham sliceraw, with rind191 kcal / 100 g
- Ham and water product slicepork, cured, bone-in, separable lean only, unheated103 kcal / 100 g
- Ham center slicepork, cured, separable lean and fat, unheated203 kcal / 100 g
- Sliced pork hamwithout fat, cooked94 kcal / 100 g
- Country-style ham center slicecured, separable lean only, raw195 kcal / 100 g
- Whole hamcured, water added, boneless, separable lean only, unheated110 kcal / 100 g
- Sliced hamregular, approximately 11% fat164 kcal / 100 g
- Pork hamlean, raw126 kcal / 100 g
- Round of hamcooked182 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Ham slice
How do you fry a slice of ham without drying it out?
Warm it in a lightly oiled pan over medium heat for about 1–2 minutes on each side, just until hot and lightly browned. A longer, hotter fry can make the lean meat tough.
Can you eat a slice of ham cold?
Yes, if it is ready-to-eat cooked ham; use it straight from the fridge in a sandwich, salad or wrap. Keep it chilled until serving, and do not eat it if its packaging says it needs cooking.
How long does ham last once opened?
Keep it covered in the fridge at 4 °C or colder and use it within 3–5 days of opening. Freeze portions you will not use in that time, wrapped tightly to prevent freezer burn.
What goes well with a slice of ham?
Pair it with eggs, cheese, mustard or pickle in a sandwich, toastie or omelette. It also works in a croque monsieur, or chopped into a pea soup or pasta bake.
Can you use ham instead of bacon in a recipe?
Yes, especially in omelettes, pasta or sandwiches, but ham is usually milder and less fatty than bacon, so it will not render as much fat or turn as crisp. Add a little oil when frying if the pan needs it.
How does a slice of ham compare with a ham-and-water product slice?
A ham-and-water product slice has more sodium: 1,160 mg per 100 g, compared with 760 mg in ham slice. It also has less protein, with 14.5 g versus 24 g per 100 g.
Is a slice of ham high in protein?
Yes. Ham slice is high in protein, providing 24 g per 100 g; a portion of 85 g provides 21 g.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 168360 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
