Sausage, pork and turkey, pre-cooked
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A savory, pre-cooked blend of pork and turkey, this sausage offers a rich, meaty flavor with a satisfying, slightly coarse texture. Its high fat content (over 30g per 100g) delivers a juicy, indulgent mouthfeel, making it a calorie-dense protein source. It's a convenient, ready-to-eat option that combines the robust taste of pork with the leaner profile of turkey.
Calorie split: 14% protein · 4% carbs · 81% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its savory, umami-rich flavor and the satisfying, juicy texture that comes from the pork-turkey blend. It's incredibly versatile, easily incorporated into breakfasts, pastas, or sandwiches, and carries a comforting, familiar taste in many cuisines.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high fat and calorie content (342 kcal per 100g) can be a concern for those managing weight or heart health, and pre-cooked sausages often contain high sodium levels. To counteract this, practice strict portion control (limit to 2-3 oz), pair it with fiber-rich vegetables like broccoli or spinach, and choose brands with lower sodium or no added nitrates.
Key benefits
- High in protein (12.05g per 100g) for muscle maintenance.
- Provides a significant source of energy from fat (30.64g per 100g).
- Convenient pre-cooked format saves preparation time.
- Combines pork and turkey for a balanced flavor profile.
- Low in carbohydrates (3.63g per 100g), suitable for low-carb diets.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
Pre-cooked sausages like this blend were popularized in the 20th century as a convenient food for busy households, with turkey often added to reduce cost and fat content while maintaining flavor.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 50.7 g |
| Energy | 342 kcal |
| Energy | 1430 kj |
| Protein | 12.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 30.6 g |
| Ash | 3.0 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 3.6 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 0.00 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 74.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.3 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 136 mg |
| Potassium, K | 230 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 876 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.3 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.11 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.24 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.70 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.09 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.10 mg |
| Niacin | 2.7 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.49 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.12 mg |
| Folate, total | 10.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 10.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 10.0 ug |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.58 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 21.0 ug |
| Retinol | 19.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 11.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 11.0 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 11.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 102 iu |
| Lycopene | 11.0 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 71.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.52 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 0.10 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.00 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 5.7 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 9.9 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 | 0.36 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 6.4 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.09 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 3.0 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 13.1 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.84 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 12.0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.21 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 4.5 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 4.1 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.20 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.20 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.14 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.11 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 | 0.33 g |
| Cholesterol | 72.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.09 g |
| Threonine | 0.47 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.52 g |
| Leucine | 0.91 g |
| Lysine | 0.91 g |
| Methionine | 0.23 g |
| Cystine | 0.14 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.49 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.37 g |
| Valine | 0.59 g |
| Arginine | 0.80 g |
| Histidine | 0.36 g |
| Alanine | 0.72 g |
| Aspartic acid | 1.2 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.9 g |
| Glycine | 0.79 g |
| Proline | 0.61 g |
| Serine | 0.55 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.18 g |
FAQ
Is this sausage suitable for a low-carb diet?
Yes, with only 3.63g of carbs per 100g, it fits well into low-carb or ketogenic diets, but be mindful of the high fat and calorie content.
How can I reduce the sodium in this sausage?
Choose low-sodium varieties, rinse the sausage briefly before cooking, or pair it with potassium-rich foods like bananas or sweet potatoes to help balance sodium levels.
Can I freeze this pre-cooked sausage?
Yes, it freezes well for up to 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating to maintain texture and flavor.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.42 kcal/g · 14% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 0.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 3.81 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.