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Traditional Filipino-style blood sausage, providing protein, iron, and vitamin B12.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Sundan (75 g) has 161 calories. That works out to 215 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.2 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 8.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.6 µg of B12 covers 150% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 75 g
161
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
18.2g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
8.5g
· 11% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 7% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 161 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.5 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 7.28 g | 36% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 690 mg | 30% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.2 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 75 g | 161 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 86 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 140 g | 301 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 150 g | 323 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 387 kcal |
Calculated from 215 calories per 100 g.
Sundan is a Filipino-style blood sausage. It is prepared as a sausage rather than a blood-based stew, and recipes can vary by region or maker.
Sundan is typically made with pig’s blood and seasonings; some recipes also include pork fat or other meat. Ingredients vary, so check the product’s ingredient list if you need to know exactly what a particular Sundan contains.
Sundan usually tastes savory, strongly seasoned, and distinctive, with the rich flavor associated with blood sausage. Its exact flavor and texture depend on the spices and other ingredients used.
Cook Sundan according to whether it is sold ready-cooked or raw. Slice and heat ready-cooked Sundan in a pan; if it is raw, follow the maker’s directions and cook it thoroughly before eating.
Sundan is commonly served sliced after cooking. For a Filipino-style meal, serve it with rice; vegetables or a fresh salad make useful accompaniments if you want to balance its rich, savory taste.
No. Sundan is a blood sausage, while dinuguan is a Filipino stew made with blood and meat. Their ingredients may overlap, but dinuguan is served as a saucy dish rather than as sliced sausage.
Traditional Sundan is generally made with pig’s blood, and recipes may also use pork or pork fat. The exact ingredients are not identical across products, so check the ingredient list if you need to avoid pork.
Yes. Cooked Sundan can be sliced and served as part of breakfast, including alongside rice, eggs, or vegetables. Heat it thoroughly first if it is sold ready-cooked, and follow the package directions if it is raw.
Refrigerate cooked Sundan promptly in a covered container and eat it within a few days. Do not leave it at room temperature for an extended period; reheating cannot reliably make food safe after improper storage.
Yes, Sundan can be frozen in an airtight package. Thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating, and avoid repeatedly thawing and refreezing it, which can affect both safety and texture.
Vitamins
B12
3.6µg · 150% DV
B3
2.7mg · 17% DV
B2
0.21mg · 16% DV
B1
0.14mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Iron
6.15mg · 34% DV
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Sodium
690mg · 30% DV
Zinc
1.8mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
165mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sundan is a traditional Filipino-style blood sausage, made with blood and a seasoned mixture of meat and other ingredients packed into a casing and cooked. Recipes vary by region and household, so its exact ingredients and seasoning can differ.
It has a savoury, richly spiced flavour and is usually served cooked in modest portions, often with rice or a sharp, vinegar-based accompaniment in the Philippines. Elsewhere, it can be sliced and served with bread or alongside vegetables. Its nutritional profile includes iron and vitamin B12, while the listed protein content is modest. For a lighter plate, cook it without adding extra oil and pair a small portion with fresh vegetables.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.23g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.