{"data":{"name":"Meat pie","slug":"meat-pie","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Empanada"],"category":{"name":"Prepared and Processed","slug":"prepared-and-processed"},"description":"Meat pie is a baked pastry filled with seasoned meat (and sometimes a bit of vegetables). It\u2019s usually eaten as a snack or as part of a meal, and it provides both carbohydrates (from the crust) and protein (from the filling).","common_uses_philippines":["Meat pie","Empanada","Siopao","Pastel (Filipino meat pie)","Pansit canton"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":435,"protein_g":11.9,"fat_g":24.8,"saturated_fat_g":6.96,"carbohydrates_g":41.1,"fiber_g":2.5,"sugars_g":2.3,"sodium_mg":555,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":34,"cholesterol_mg":35,"iron_mg":4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":9.61,"phosphorus_mg":86,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":5.76,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":14,"total_ash_g":1,"unsaturated_fat_g":15.37,"vitamin_a_ug":14,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.32,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.15,"vitamin_b3_mg":2.8,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":21.2},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":50,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"A 100g serving has about 435 kcal, 24.8g fat (with 7.0g saturated fat), and 555mg sodium. It also has 41.1g carbohydrates and 2.5g fiber. This matters because the filling can help keep you full and support muscle needs, but the crust and filling can also make the food higher in calories, saturated fat, and sodium. If you eat it often or in big portions, it can add up quickly\u2014especially alongside other salty snacks and rice-heavy meals. The good side: it has some fiber, and you can balance it with lighter, fiber-rich foods.","healthier_tips":["Portion first: treat meat pie as a snack or occasional merienda, not a daily main. If you\u2019re having it, keep the serving smaller and pair it with something fresh.","Balance your plate: add a side of fresh fruit (like banana, apple, or orange) or vegetables (like lettuce\/tomato) to increase fiber and vitamins.","Watch sodium: avoid pairing it with other salty items (instant noodles, chips, salted popcorn) in the same day.","Choose better frequency: if you want meat pie, have it 1\u20132 times a week and keep the rest of your snacks lighter (e.g., yogurt, fruit, boiled eggs, or nuts in small portions).","Pair with water: drink water instead of sweet drinks to keep your overall sugar and calories in check."]},"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\/meat-pie?agent=true"}}}