{"data":{"name":"Pork ear","slug":"pork-ear","scientific_name":"Sus scrofa scrofa","alternate_names":["Baboy tenga"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Pork ear (often called \u201cchicharon bulaklak\u201d or pork ear dishes). It\u2019s a protein-rich pork part, usually cooked until tender and sometimes served as a crunchy snack or viand.","common_uses_philippines":["Chicharon bulaklak","Crispy pork ear","Pork ear sisig","Pork ear adobo","Dinuguan with pork parts"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":385,"protein_g":11.8,"fat_g":36.9,"saturated_fat_g":13.17,"carbohydrates_g":1.3,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":0,"sodium_mg":249,"potassium_mg":null},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":0,"calcium_mg":109,"cholesterol_mg":200,"food_type_g":1,"iron_mg":1.4,"monounsaturated_fat_g":16.76,"phosphorus_mg":48,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":3.93,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":60,"total_ash_g":0.5,"unsaturated_fat_g":20.69,"vitamin_a_ug":60,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.04,"vitamin_b2_mg":0.06,"vitamin_b3_mg":1.4,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":49.5},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 slice","weight_g":35,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Pork ear can help you meet your daily protein needs, but it\u2019s also high in total fat (about 36.9g per 100g) and saturated fat (about 13.2g). It also has cholesterol (about 200mg) and sodium (about 249mg), which can add up if you eat it often or in large portions. Since it\u2019s very low in carbs and fiber (about 1.3g carbs and 0g fiber), it works best when paired with fiber-rich sides like vegetables, beans, or brown rice to support fullness and better overall balance in your day.","healthier_tips":["For your 3 meals + 1\u20132 snacks routine, treat pork ear as an occasional protein\/snack, not a daily staple.","Choose a smaller portion (for example, a few tablespoons to a palm-sized serving) and balance the rest of the plate with vegetables and high-fiber carbs (like brown rice, kamote, or whole grains).","If it\u2019s a crunchy snack, try to pair it with a fresh fruit or vegetable side instead of another salty snack.","Go lighter on added salty sauces (soy, vinegar with lots of salt, or seasoning mixes) to help manage sodium.","Balance your day: if you had pork ear at lunch, choose leaner proteins (fish, chicken breast, tofu) for dinner."]},"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\/pork-ear?agent=true"}}}