Fatback Calories and nutrition facts · Steaks and chops

118 kcal per serving (15 g)
Carbs
0 g
Fibre
0 g
Sugars
0 g
Protein
0.38 g
Fat
13.2 g
786 kcal per 100 g
Carbs
0 g
Fibre
0 g
Sugars
0 g
Protein
2.5 g
Fat
87.7 g

Where the calories come from

Protein 1% Carbs 0% Fat 99%

Fatback has 118 kcal per serving (15 g), with 0 g carbs, 0 g fibre, 0.38 g protein and 13.2 g fat. 100 g has 786 kcal.

How much is too much

About 63 g of fatback a day uses up the EU daily limit for saturated fatty acids, 22.2 g for a healthy adult. That's 4.2 × serving (15 g).

Diet tags

Egg free Gluten free Milk free Low gluten No added salt Soy free Unsweetened

Last updated June 30, 2026 · Where the data comes from

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How it compares with other steaks and chops

Per 100 g, against the 136 steaks and chops in our catalog.

  • Calories 786 kcal · typical 169 kcal

    More calories than 100% of steaks and chops.

  • Protein 2.5 g · typical 22.3 g

    Less protein than 100% of steaks and chops.

  • Vitamin B12 0.6 µg · typical 1.4 µg

    Less vitamin B12 than 93% of steaks and chops.

  • Zinc 0.12 mg · typical 3.3 mg

    Less zinc than 100% of steaks and chops.

  • Fat 87.7 g · typical 7.4 g

    More fat than 100% of steaks and chops.

  • Saturated fat 35.2 g · typical 2.7 g

    More saturated fat than 100% of steaks and chops.

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What are the health benefits of fatback?

Fatback is high in saturated fat and calories, and it is not considered a healthy food choice. Consuming too much saturated fat can increase the risk of heart disease and other health problems. It's important to enjoy fatback in moderation to maintain a balanced diet.

What are the health risks associated with consuming fatback?

Consuming fatback, as with other high-fat foods, can contribute to an increased risk of heart disease, obesity, and high cholesterol levels. It is essential to consume fatback in moderation and balance it with a variety of healthy, nutrient-dense foods to maintain overall health and well-being.

Are there any common allergens in fatback?

Fatback is primarily composed of fat and does not typically contain common allergens such as gluten, dairy, soy, or nuts. However, individuals with specific sensitivities or allergies should always check the ingredients and consult with a healthcare professional if they have any concerns.

Nutrients in fatback

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Fatback in other food databases

The same food in national food composition databases, next to ours. Per 100 g.

Per 100 g Nutriely BLS Fineli USDA
Energy (kcal) 786 734 786 812
Protein (g) 2.54 4.41 2.54 2.92
Fat (g) 88 81 88 89
Carbohydrates (g) 0 0 0 0
Sugars (g) 0 0 0 0
Fibre (g) 0 0 0 0

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BLS: “Pork back fat, firm, without rind (S VIII) raw” · Fineli: “Fatback” · USDA: “Pork, fresh, backfat, raw”. Databases measure different samples, so some spread is normal. Nutriely's values are what the app uses. Sources and licences.

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