Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 174 kcal728 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 15.8 g
- Protein
- 7.4 g
- Total fat
- 9 g
- Dietary fiber
- 2.4 g
- Sodium
- 473 mg
- Calcium
- 75 mg
Nutrition referenceOther
Pork Tamale
A pork tamale is a Mexican dish of corn masa dough with seasoned pork, steamed in a corn husk. Per 100 g it provides 174 calories with 15.8 g carbs and 7.4 g protein.
174
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 15.8g
- Protein
- 7.4g
- Fat
- 9g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
A pork tamale is a traditional Mexican dish made of corn masa dough filled with seasoned pork, wrapped in a corn husk, and steamed. Tamales are a staple food in Mexican cuisine.
Nutritionally, pork tamales combine the carbohydrate of the corn masa with protein and fat from the pork filling. Per 100 g they provide about 174 kcal, 15.8 g of carbohydrates, 7.4 g of protein, and 9 g of fat, with 2.4 g of dietary fiber, 473 mg of sodium, and 75 mg of calcium.
Tamales vary in size and filling. For accurate tracking, weigh the tamale without the husk, and use the serving sizes below.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical tamale (about 130 g) provides roughly 226 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Pork Tamale nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in a pork tamale?
A typical pork tamale (about 130 g) provides roughly 226 calories. Per 100 g, they provide about 174 calories.
What is a tamale made of?
A tamale is made of corn masa dough filled with seasoned pork, wrapped in a corn husk and steamed.
Do you eat the corn husk?
No. The corn husk is a wrapper and is removed before eating the tamale.
