Chicharrones En Tiras

Common questions

Is Chicharrones En Tiras healthy?

Chicharrones En Tiras scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product is primarily composed of pork fat with attached skin, which provides a source of animal-based protein and fat.

How processed is Chicharrones En Tiras?

Chicharrones En Tiras is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Chicharrones En Tiras' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Red pepper counts in its favor; Pork fat with attached skin, Monosodium glutamate are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Chicharrones En Tiras

Kroger
65 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Kroger
Category Chips & Salty Snacks
Summary

This product is primarily composed of pork fat with attached skin, which provides a source of animal-based protein and fat. However, it includes monosodium glutamate (MSG), a flavor enhancer that can cause sensitivity in some individuals. The product is processed, which limits its score potential, but it avoids seed oils and artificial additives, maintaining a relatively clean ingredient list.

Key ingredients 4

Red pepper
Good

Red pepper adds flavor and contains capsaicin, which may have metabolism-boosting properties and antioxidants.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor enhancement but should be consumed in moderation to avoid health problems like high blood pressure.

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Pork fat with attached skin
Bad

This ingredient is high in saturated fats and cholesterol, which can contribute to cardiovascular issues if consumed excessively.

Monosodium glutamate
Bad

Monosodium glutamate is often associated with flavor enhancement but can cause sensitivities or discomfort in some individuals.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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