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Pork chitterlings
Calories & nutrition facts
fresh, variety meats and by-products, raw
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 182 kcal —
- Protein 7.6 g 15%
- Carbohydrate 0 g 0%
- Fat 17 g 21%
- Saturated fat 7.6 g 38%
- Fibre 0 g 0%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 24 mg 1%
- Cholesterol 154 mg 51%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 1.1 mg 1%
- Vitamin E 0.18 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.02 mg 2%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.09 mg 7%
- Niacin (B3) 0.22 mg 1%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.23 mg 5%
- Vitamin B6 0.01 mg 1%
- Folate (B9) 3 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 0.82 µg 34%
Minerals
- Calcium 16 mg 1%
- Iron 1 mg 6%
- Magnesium 6 mg 1%
- Phosphorus 48 mg 4%
- Potassium 18 mg 0%
- Zinc 1 mg 9%
- Copper 0.08 mg 8%
- Manganese 0.05 mg 2%
- Selenium 15.1 µg 27%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 182 | 7.6 g | 0 g | 17 g |
| 1 × oz | 113 g | 206 | 8.6 g | 0 g | 19 g |
| 2 × oz | 226 g | 411 | 17 g | 0 g | 38 g |
| ½ × oz | 56.5 g | 103 | 4.3 g | 0 g | 9.4 g |
| 3 × oz | 339 g | 617 | 26 g | 0 g | 56 g |
| 4 × oz | 452 g | 823 | 35 g | 0 g | 75 g |
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Questions about Pork chitterlings
What are pork chitterlings?
Pork chitterlings, also called chitlins, are the cleaned large intestines of a pig. They are usually simmered until tender, then often fried or added to stews.
How do you clean pork chitterlings before cooking?
Rinse them under cold running water and carefully turn them inside out, removing visible fat and debris. Use a separate bowl and utensils for raw chitterlings, wash your hands well, and disinfect surfaces afterwards.
How long should you cook pork chitterlings?
After cleaning, simmer them gently in fresh water or stock for about 2½ to 3 hours, until tender; add aromatics such as onion, garlic and bay leaf. If you fry them afterwards, cook until crisp and piping hot throughout.
How do you store pork chitterlings safely?
Keep raw chitterlings covered in the fridge and cook them within a day or two, or freeze them for longer storage. Refrigerate cooked portions promptly in a covered container and use within three to four days.
What do pork chitterlings taste like, and what goes well with them?
They have a mild, savoury flavour and a soft, slightly chewy texture when simmered; frying makes the outside crisp. Serve them with vinegar or hot sauce, and pair them with greens, beans or cornbread.
Are pork chitterlings the same as pork intestine?
Chitterlings are pork intestines, but the term usually refers to the cleaned large intestine prepared as food. The broader name “pork intestine” can include other sections, which may be leaner and have a firmer texture.
Can you eat pork chitterlings raw?
No. Raw chitterlings can carry harmful bacteria, so clean them carefully and cook them thoroughly; prevent their juices from touching ready-to-eat food.
How do pork chitterlings compare with pork kidneys?
Pork kidneys are leaner and higher in protein: they provide 16.5 g of protein and 3.25 g of fat per 100 g, compared with 7.6 g and 17 g in chitterlings. Kidneys have a firmer, more distinctive flavour.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 168266 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
