Shortening

Shortening

Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying

Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion

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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.

44%
883 kcal Calories
0%
0.0 g Protein
0%
0.0 g Carbs
128%
100.0 g Fat

Low nutrient density 5/100

How many beneficial nutrients Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.

Caloric ratio

Where the calories in Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.

What Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying is a good source of

Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value. Bold figures are an excellent source (20%+ DV).

Vitamin E41% Vitamin K36%

Full nutrition breakdown

  • Beneficial
  • Moderate
  • Limit
  • Neutral

Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.

CarbohydratesAmount% DV
Total Carbohydrate0.0 g
0%
Dietary Fiber0.0 g
0%
Total Sugars0.0 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsAmount% DV
Total Fat100.0 g
128%
Saturated Fat17.4 g
87%
Monounsaturated Fat40.8 g
Polyunsaturated Fat36.0 g
Trans Fat13.8 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids2,323.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids33,715.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsAmount% DV
Protein0.0 g
0%
VitaminsAmount% DV
Vitamin A (RAE)0.0 mcg
0%
Vitamin C0.0 mg
0%
Vitamin D0.0 mcg
0%
Vitamin E6.1 mg
41%
Vitamin K43.0 mcg
36%
Thiamin (B1)0.0 mg
0%
Riboflavin (B2)0.0 mg
0%
Niacin (B3)0.0 mg
0%
Vitamin B60.0 mg
0%
Folate (B9)0.0 mcg
0%
Vitamin B120.0 mcg
0%
Pantothenic Acid (B5)0.0 mg
0%
Choline0.2 mg
0%
MineralsAmount% DV
Calcium0.0 mg
0%
Iron0.0 mg
0%
Magnesium0.0 mg
0%
Phosphorus0.0 mg
0%
Potassium0.0 mg
0%
Sodium0.0 mg
0%
Zinc0.0 mg
0%
Copper0.0 mg
0%
Selenium0.0 mcg
0%
SterolsAmount% DV
Cholesterol0.0 mg
0%
Phytosterols~
OtherAmount% DV
Alcohol0.0 g
Caffeine0.0 mg
Theobromine0.0 mg
Ash0.0 g

About Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying

Shortening is a solid, shelf-stable fat, most often made from hydrogenated vegetable oils like soybean or cottonseed, used to give baked goods a tender, crumbly texture; the name comes from the way it shortens gluten strands so pastry turns out flaky rather than tough. Prized by bakers for its high melting point and neutral flavor, it produces flaky pie crusts, soft cookies, and stable frostings that hold their shape at room temperature.

Nutritionally it is pure fat and pure calories, with no water or milk solids, and while modern shortenings are largely free of the trans fats that once made them controversial, they remain a food to use in moderation. Bakers sometimes swap part of the butter in a recipe for shortening to boost tenderness and lift. Store shortening tightly covered in a cool, dark pantry, where its low moisture content keeps it fresh for a year or longer.

Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying?

There are 883 calories in 100 g of Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying, or about 1,810 calories in 1 cup (205 g).

How much protein is in Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying?

Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying contains 0.0 g of protein per 100 g.

How many carbs are in Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying?

Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.

How much fat is in Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying?

Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying provides 100.0 g of total fat per 100 g.

What is Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying a good source of?

Shortening, industrial, soy (partially hydrogenated ) and corn for frying is an excellent source of Vitamin E (41% DV) and Vitamin K (36% DV) (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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