{"data":{"name":"Sausage, chorizo, Bilbao style","slug":"sausage-chorizo-bilbao-style","scientific_name":"N\/A","alternate_names":["Longanisa","chorizo de Bilbao"],"category":{"name":"Meat and Poultry","slug":"meat-and-poultry"},"description":"Sausage \/ chorizo (Bilbao style) \u2014 a processed meat product. It\u2019s mainly used as a protein topping or main viand, often paired with rice, bread, or eggs.","common_uses_philippines":["Chorizo and garlic rice (chorizo rice)","Chorizo with eggs (chorizo omelet)","Chorizo sinangag","Chorizo with spaghetti","Chorizo in arroz caldo","Chorizo as topping for breakfast meals"],"nutrition_basis":{"amount":100,"unit":"g","portion":"edible portion","edible_portion_percent":100},"nutrition_per_100g":{"calories_kcal":436,"protein_g":18,"fat_g":40.3,"saturated_fat_g":14.79,"carbohydrates_g":0.2,"fiber_g":0,"sugars_g":null,"sodium_mg":1265,"potassium_mg":339},"other_nutrients":{"beta_carotene_ug":85,"calcium_mg":12,"cholesterol_mg":128,"iron_mg":3.2,"monounsaturated_fat_g":14.12,"phosphorus_mg":95,"polyunsaturated_fat_g":3.81,"retinol_activity_equivalent_ug":37,"total_ash_g":4.3,"unsaturated_fat_g":17.93,"vitamin_a_ug":30,"vitamin_b1_mg":0.19,"vitamin_b2_mg":545,"vitamin_b3_mg":4.5,"vitamin_c_mg":0,"water_g":37.2,"zinc_mg":3.3},"serving_suggestions":[{"label":"1 piece","weight_g":30,"volume_ml":null}],"health_notes":{"summary":"Per 100g, it\u2019s high in total fat (about 40g) and saturated fat (about 14.8g), plus cholesterol (about 128mg). It\u2019s also very high in sodium (about 1265mg), which can be a concern if you eat it often. The good part: it provides protein, but because it\u2019s processed and salty, it\u2019s best to keep portions and frequency balanced so your meals stay heart-friendly.","healthier_tips":["For your 3 meals + 1\u20132 snacks a day, treat chorizo as a small add-on (e.g., a few slices or 1\/4 cup cooked) rather than the whole viand.","Balance the plate: add more non-starchy vegetables (e.g., pechay, kangkong, broccoli, carrots) and pair with moderate rice or swap with whole grains when available.","Boost fiber: include a serving of fruit in the day and choose veggies at meals to help with overall fullness.","Watch the sodium: avoid pairing with other salty items (e.g., instant noodles, processed cheese, salted egg) in the same meal.","If you\u2019re having it for breakfast (like with eggs), keep the chorizo portion smaller and add veggies to the meal."]},"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\/sausage-chorizo-bilbao-style?agent=true"}}}