Pork, spare ribs, Chinese barbecue, takeaway

Chinese barbecue pork spare ribs are a cooked meat dish sold as a takeaway. They mainly provide protein and fat, with 22g of protein and 19g of fat per 100g. They also contain 1.2g of salt per 100g. The figures are based on samples from different takeaway establishments.

Protein is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues, while fat provides energy. The salt content is worth noting for people monitoring their salt intake, as higher salt intake can raise blood pressure. The ribs also provide minerals, including iron and zinc. Full nutrient figures are shown in the tables below.