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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Ground pork is used as a protein source in a wide variety of dishes. …
What it is
Ground pork is pork that has been coarsely or finely ground. It is made from pork, which is the meat of a domestic pig. It is often sold with added fat to improve flavor and texture.
Why it's used
Ground pork is used as a protein source in a wide variety of dishes. It is commonly found in sausages, meatballs, burgers, and pasta sauces. Its fat content contributes to moisture and flavor in cooked products.
Health notes
Ground pork is a source of protein, B vitamins, and minerals. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates meat products. Like all unprocessed meats, ground pork can carry bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli if not handled and cooked properly. The World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) has classified processed meat as carcinogenic to humans, but has not classified unprocessed red meat as such.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Pork is not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
Check the package label; formulations change.