Ingredient

Pork Hearts

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Pork hearts are used as a protein source and to add a distinct flavor …

What it is

Pork hearts are the muscular organ from a domestic pig. They are a source of protein and iron. After harvesting, they are typically cleaned and may be cooked or processed for use in food products.

Why it's used

Pork hearts are used as a protein source and to add a distinct flavor to processed meats. They are commonly found in sausages, hot dogs, pepperoni, salami, and other cured or smoked meat products.

Health notes

Pork hearts are considered a whole food and are not subject to specific FDA additive regulations. They are a source of nutrients like iron and B vitamins. JECFA has evaluated pork, but not specifically pork hearts. As a meat product, consumption should align with general dietary guidelines for protein and saturated fat intake.

Allergen info

Pork hearts are not derived from one of the 9 FDA major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Pork Hearts

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BAR S Hot Links Sausage, Chicken And Pork Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 27% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 240kcal 10.7Protein 18.7Fat 8Carbs Smithfield Farmland Corp. Gwaltney, Cooked Salami Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 250kcal 14.3Protein 16.1Fat 7.1Carbs Smithfield Farmland Corp. Cooked Salami Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 263kcal 13.2Protein 21.1Fat 5.3Carbs Smithfield Farmland Corp. Cooked Salami Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 214kcal 14.3Protein 17.9Fat 7.1Carbs Smithfield Farmland Corp. Cheese Smoked Sausage, Cheese Smoked Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 268kcal 12.5Protein 21.4Fat 7.1Carbs Smithfield Farmland Corp. Cooked Salami Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 263kcal 13.2Protein 21.1Fat 5.3Carbs Smoked Ham & Cotto Salami Sub Kit Oscar Mayer Foods Corp. Smoked Ham & Cotto Salami Sub Kit Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 32% DV per serving 140kcal 14.0Protein 7.0Fat 3.5Carbs Smithfield Farmland Corp. Cooked Salami Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 275kcal 12.5Protein 22.5Fat 5Carbs Ralph and Paul Adams, Inc. Rapa, Hot & Spicy Scrapple, Chile Chipotle, Chile Chipotle Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 214kcal 8.9Protein 14.3Fat 14.3Carbs Chicken And Pork Salami, Chicken And Pork Multicom Publishing Incorporated Chicken And Pork Salami, Chicken And Pork Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts 214kcal 14.3Protein 17.9Fat 3.6Carbs Roger Wood Foods, Inc. Chicken, Pork And Beef Sausage, Red Hots Sausages, Hotdogs & Brats High in sodium — 34% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 257kcal 11.4Protein 20Fat 7.1Carbs Berks Packing Co., Inc. Ring Bologna, Garlic Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 304kcal 12.5Protein 25Fat 5.4Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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