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Pork scrapple
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 213 kcal —
- Protein 8.1 g 16%
- Carbohydrate 14 g 5%
- Fat 14 g 18%
- Saturated fat 4.7 g 24%
- Fibre 0.3 g 1%
- Sugars 0.2 g —
- Sodium 482 mg 21%
- Cholesterol 49 mg 16%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 626 µg 70%
- Vitamin C 2.5 mg 3%
- Vitamin D 0.3 µg 2%
- Vitamin E 0.15 mg 1%
- Vitamin K 3.4 µg 3%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.12 mg 10%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.29 mg 22%
- Niacin (B3) 2.3 mg 14%
- Vitamin B6 0.12 mg 7%
- Folate (B9) 5 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 0.31 µg 13%
- Choline 72.4 mg 13%
Minerals
- Calcium 7 mg 1%
- Iron 1.9 mg 11%
- Magnesium 13 mg 3%
- Phosphorus 76 mg 6%
- Potassium 158 mg 3%
- Zinc 1.1 mg 10%
- Copper 0.21 mg 24%
- Selenium 17.4 µg 32%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 213 | 8.1 g | 14 g | 14 g |
| 1 × cubic inch | 17 g | 36 | 1.4 g | 2.3 g | 2.4 g |
| 1 × oz cooked | 25 g | 53 | 2 g | 3.4 g | 3.5 g |
| 1 × oz | 56 g | 119 | 4.5 g | 7.7 g | 7.8 g |
| 2 × cubic inch | 34 g | 72 | 2.7 g | 4.7 g | 4.7 g |
| ½ × cubic inch | 8.5 g | 18 | 0.7 g | 1.2 g | 1.2 g |
| 3 × cubic inch | 51 g | 109 | 4.1 g | 7 g | 7.1 g |
| 4 × cubic inch | 68 g | 145 | 5.5 g | 9.4 g | 9.4 g |
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Questions about Pork scrapple
What is pork scrapple made of?
It is a firm loaf made by cooking pork scraps and often offal with cornmeal or another grain, then seasoning the mixture and letting it set. Recipes vary, but the grain gives scrapple its sliceable texture.
How do you cook pork scrapple so it gets crisp?
Cut it into slices about 1 cm thick and fry in a lightly oiled pan over medium heat for 4–5 minutes per side, until deeply browned and crisp. Turn it carefully; the soft centre can break before a crust forms.
Can you cook pork scrapple in an air fryer?
Yes. Arrange slices in a single layer and air-fry at 200 °C for about 10–12 minutes, turning halfway through. A light brush of oil helps the outside brown.
What do you serve with pork scrapple?
Crisp slices are often served at breakfast with eggs, fried potatoes or toast. They also work in a sandwich with mustard, or alongside apple sauce for a sweet contrast.
How should you store pork scrapple?
Keep unopened scrapple chilled and follow the use-by date on its packaging. Once opened, wrap it or place it in a sealed container, refrigerate and use within 3–4 days; freeze portions if you need to keep them longer.
Is pork scrapple the same as pork luncheon meat?
No. Scrapple is a grain-based loaf, commonly made with cornmeal, while pork luncheon meat is a more meat-heavy processed product. Pork luncheon meat has 308 kcal and 14 g protein per 100 g; scrapple has 213 kcal and 8.1 g protein.
How much protein is in a serving of pork scrapple?
A 56 g slice provides 4.5 g of protein. Scrapple is usually eaten as a side or breakfast meat rather than as the only source of protein in a meal.
Is pork scrapple high in selenium?
Yes. A 100 g portion provides 17.4 µg of selenium, making it high in this mineral.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 172969 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
