{"data":{"name":"Lechon sauce","slug":"lechon-sauce","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Litson sarsa"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Lechon sauce is a sweet-savory dipping sauce commonly served with lechon (roasted pork). In a 100g serving, it\u2019s relatively high in carbohydrates and sugar, and it also contains some sodium.","common_uses_philippines":["Lechon (with lechon sauce)","Lechon kawali","Crispy pata","Pork barbecue","Lumpiang shanghai"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":118,"protein_g":1.2,"fat_g":0.3,"saturated_fat_g":null,"carbohydrates_g":27.6,"fiber_g":1.2,"sugars_g":16.3,"sodium_mg":1164,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":18,"iron_mg":0.6,"phosphorus_mg":13,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":60,"total_ash_g":2.2,"vitamin_a_ug":60,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.02,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.08,"vitamin_b3_mg":0.4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":68.7},"serving_suggestions":[],"health_notes":{"summary":"Lechon sauce can add flavor and help make meals more satisfying, but it also contributes sugar and sodium to the day. With about 16.3g sugar and 1164mg sodium per 100g, it\u2019s best to use it as a dip or drizzle rather than as a main part of the meal. The fiber (about 1.2g) is helpful, but the main health focus is balancing it with leaner portions of meat and plenty of vegetables. Since it\u2019s a flavor item, it fits best when you keep your overall daily intake balanced across your 3 full meals plus 1\u20132 snacks.","healthier_tips":["Use 2\u20133 tablespoons as a dip\/drizzle, then add more only if needed.","Pair lechon with extra vegetables (e.g., atchara, ensaladang gulay) to boost fiber and help balance the meal.","Choose a smaller portion of lechon and fill the plate with rice (if you eat it) plus veggies.","If you\u2019re watching salt, balance the rest of the day by choosing lower-sodium viands and snacks.","For snacks, opt for fruit or unsweetened options rather than more sweet sauces."]},"data_quality":{"source":"DOST-FNRI Philippine Food Composition Tables","source_code":"ph_fct","daily_values_reference":"RENI 2002","notes":["Values are estimates per 100g edible portion.","Actual nutrients may vary by preparation and variety."]},"links":{"self":"https:\/\/api.juanutrisyon.info\/api\/foods\/lechon-sauce?agent=true"}}}