bacon or jamón serrano: Which has fewer calories?

Q: bacon or jamón serrano: Which has fewer calories?

jamón serrano: 195 vs 393 kcal / 100 g (source TACO/USDA). On a sandwich or pizza, cured ham (serrano) brings the salty-cured hit with far less fat than bacon and more protein. Use thin slices — the flavor is intense.

fewer calories−198 kcal/100g

Swap bacon
for jamón serrano

On a sandwich or pizza, cured ham (serrano) brings the salty-cured hit with far less fat than bacon and more protein. Use thin slices — the flavor is intense.

Side by side (per 100 g)

Both options’ macros with TACO/USDA sourcing. The difference is shown neutrally — the real win is in the badge above.

01bacon393 kcal/100g

02jamón serrano195 kcal/100g

per 100 g	bacon	jamón serrano	difference
Calories●	393	195	−198
Protein	13.7g	27.8g	+14.1g
Carbs	0g	0.3g	+0.3g
Fiber	0g	0g	=
Sugar	0.4g	0g	−0.4g
Fat	37.1g	8.3g	−28.8g

source: USDA

What changes in flavor and texture

baconjamón serrano

Flavor

Sweetness

Saltiness

Umami

Richness

Texture

Crispiness

Chewiness

See the ingredient: bacon See the ingredient: jamón serrano

Where to make this swap

Classics that use the original ingredient — clone any one and make the swap in your version.

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