Pork, cured, ham and water product, slice, bone-in, separable lean and fat, heated, pan-broil
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This is a pre-cooked, pan-broiled slice of cured ham, where water has been added to the product to enhance juiciness and tenderness. It offers a savory, salty flavor with a satisfyingly firm yet tender texture, and a satisfying sear from the pan. It's a lean protein source, packing nearly 20 grams of protein per 100-gram serving with minimal fat.
💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its reliable, savory saltiness and the satisfying umami depth that develops from pan-broiling. It's a versatile staple that can elevate a simple breakfast, sandwich, or dinner plate with minimal effort.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary concern is its high sodium content from the curing process, which can be problematic for those monitoring blood pressure. To counteract this, pair it with potassium-rich foods like leafy greens or avocado, and rinse the slice under water briefly before cooking to reduce surface salt. Also, be mindful of portion size.
Key benefits
- Excellent source of high-quality protein for muscle maintenance.
- Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
- Provides essential minerals like selenium and phosphorus.
- Convenient, pre-cooked protein for quick meal assembly.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'water product' label indicates that up to 10% of the ham's weight can be added water, a common practice in commercial curing to ensure consistent moisture and tenderness in the final heated slice.
Full nutrition (scales with serving)
| Water | 67.2 g |
| Energy | 155 kcal |
| Energy | 649 kj |
| Protein | 19.9 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 7.8 g |
| Ash | 3.8 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 1.4 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 1.0 g |
| Fructose | 0.00 g |
| Lactose | 0.00 g |
| Maltose | 0.00 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 11.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.90 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 19.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 250 mg |
| Potassium, K | 281 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 1188 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.2 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.13 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.02 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 23.8 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.37 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.18 mg |
| Niacin | 4.9 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.58 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.43 mg |
| Folate, total | 2.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 2.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 2.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 84.1 mg |
| Betaine | 3.6 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.44 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 11.0 ug |
| Retinol | 11.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 38.0 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.15 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.01 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.05 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.01 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.03 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4) | 2.9 ug |
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 2.6 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 1.6 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.79 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 3.6 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.19 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 3.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.06 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 1.0 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.89 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.04 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.06 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.06 g |
| Cholesterol | 64.0 mg |
| Tryptophan | 0.18 g |
| Threonine | 0.88 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.89 g |
| Leucine | 1.6 g |
| Lysine | 1.7 g |
| Methionine | 0.47 g |
| Cystine | 0.22 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.79 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.64 g |
| Valine | 1.0 g |
| Arginine | 1.3 g |
| Histidine | 0.86 g |
| Alanine | 1.2 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.7 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.8 g |
| Glycine | 1.1 g |
| Proline | 0.86 g |
| Serine | 0.78 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.13 g |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
FAQ
What does 'separable lean and fat' mean?
It means the nutritional values are calculated for the edible portion of the meat after you've trimmed away any large, obvious pieces of fat or bone that you wouldn't typically eat.
Is this the same as a fresh ham steak?
No. This is a cured, pre-cooked product that's been heated (pan-broiled). A fresh ham steak is raw, uncured pork that you must cook thoroughly yourself.
How does pan-broiling affect the taste?
Pan-broiling creates a flavorful, slightly crispy exterior through the Maillard reaction, which adds a rich, caramelized depth that contrasts nicely with the tender, salty interior.