Guanciale (cured pork cheek)
No glycemic index — no carbohydrates
- Zero glycemic impact
- Extremely high calorie density
Guanciale (cured pork cheek) has no glycemic index: it contains no carbohydrates.
Reviewed Aug 7, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted, human-reviewed) · Not medical advice · Report an error
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Guanciale (cured pork cheek) is one of the 11,150 foods Logi scores when you photograph a meal — with the portion.
Portions
| Portion | Grams |
|---|---|
| 1 slice | 15 g |
| 1 tablespoon | 28 g |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 655 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 0 g |
| Natural | 0 g |
| Added | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Soluble | 0 g |
| Insoluble | 0 g |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Fat | 70 g |
| Saturated | 25 g |
| Unsaturated | 45 g |
| Sodium | 1800 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Zero glycemic impact
- Good source of protein
- Extremely high calorie density
- Very high saturated fat content
- Excessive sodium levels
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Allergens
No EU-14 allergen listed
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Guanciale (cured pork cheek)?
Guanciale (cured pork cheek) has no glycemic index because it contains no carbohydrates (0 g per 100 g).
Is Guanciale (cured pork cheek) good for people with insulin resistance?
Guanciale (cured pork cheek) contains no carbohydrates, so on its own it does not raise blood sugar.
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