What is Pork Ham Shank? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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Pork Ham Shank

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What is Pork Ham Shank?

Pork ham shank is a cut of meat from the middle to lower leg of the pig. This cut is a bit leaner with some fat and has the leg bone going through the whole cut. It makes a good dinner presentation and is easy to carve. The pork ham shank is traditionally roasted and has a salty and mildly sweet flavor. The meat is pink, moist and tender and is often served in thick slices.

What does Pork Ham Shank Taste Like?

Salty

Salty is one of the five main tastes. It has a satisfying and addictive quality with hints of sourness. Salty foods include cheeses, cured meats, chips, and olives. It is used in almost every dish and prepared food. Salt is added to enhance flavor and offer a distinctly salty taste.

Pork Ham Shank Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 1 1/2 pound226.8g

1/2 pound

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	401kcal	20%
Fats	23g	29%
Sat. fats	7g	32%
Mono. Fats	9g	20%
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	N/A
Sugars	N/A
Fiber	N/A
Proteins	50g	66%
Cholesterol	138mg	46%
Sodium	1851mg	80%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Pork Ham Shank?

1 1/2 pound of Pork Ham Shank contains 50 g of protein.

How much fat is in Pork Ham Shank?

1 1/2 pound of Pork Ham Shank contains 23 g of fat.

How many calories are in 1 1/2 pound of Pork Ham Shank?

There are 401 calories in 1 1/2 pound of Pork Ham Shank.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Pork Ham Shank?

There are 50 calories in 1 oz of Pork Ham Shank.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Pork Ham Shank?

There are 803 calories in 1 pound of Pork Ham Shank.