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Multipurpose shortening calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of multipurpose shortening contains 884 calories, with 0 g of protein, 0 g of carbohydrate and 100 g of fat. Most of its calories come from fat.
Where the calories come from
Protein 0% Carbs 0% Fat 100%
How multipurpose shortening compares
Per 100 g, against the closest fats & oils in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multipurpose shortening | 884 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 100 g |
| Canola oil | 884 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 100 g |
| Olive oil | 884 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 100 g |
| Almond oil | 884 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 100 g |
| Apricot kernel oil | 884 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 100 g |
Nutrition facts for multipurpose shortening
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 884 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g |
| Fat | 100 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 30.4 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in multipurpose shortening
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 0 mg | — |
| Iron | 0 mg | — |
| Magnesium | 0 mg | — |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg | — |
| Potassium | 0 mg | — |
| Zinc | 0 mg | — |
| Copper | 0 mg | — |
| Manganese | 0 mg | — |
See the richest foods per nutrient in the nutrient toplists.
Calories in common multipurpose shortening servings
How many calories in a portion of multipurpose shortening — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tbsp (13 g) | 114.9 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 13 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 884 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 100 g |
| 1 cup (205 g) | 1812 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 205 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in multipurpose shortening?
Multipurpose shortening has 884 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in multipurpose shortening?
Multipurpose shortening contains 0 g of protein per 100 g.
Is multipurpose shortening low in carbs?
Yes by the numbers: Multipurpose shortening has 0 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. People following low-carb or keto approaches often include foods in this range — portion size and your own plan still decide.
Are these multipurpose shortening calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #173579 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
