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Cajun Chili (Roux Based) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cajun Chili (Roux Based) Recipe

Cajun Chili (Roux Based) has a high-calorie, average-carb, very high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Niacin and Folate.

The food contains 17.4g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and average in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 30.7 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Not only that, the very high fat content of this product makes it unsuitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and average PUFA.

It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 8 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Cajun cuisine.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 76, for Cajun Chili (Roux Based), and we advise that this food in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein25%
 Calories from Fat61%
 Calories from Carbs14%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin B6
  • Very high in Niacin
  • High in Vitamin C
  • Very high in Iron
  • Very high in Vitamin B12

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Saturated Fat

Diet Suitability

DietSuitability
Atkins DietLOW
Low Fat DietLOW
Zone DietLOW

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A0.32 IU0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Retinol0 mcg
Vitamin C5.8 mg9.6%Mid 40%Average
Vitamin D1.9 IU0.5%Mid 40%Average
Thiamin0 mg
Riboflavin0 mg
Niacin2.9 mg14.4%Top 30%High
Vitamin B60.32 mg16%Top 30%High
Folate39 mcg9.7%Top 30%High
Folic Acid1.3 mcg
Vitamin B120.96 mcg16%Top 10%Very High
Pantothenic Acid0.32 mg3.2%Mid 40%Average

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium29.4 mg2.9%Mid 40%Average
Iron2.6 mg14.2%Top 10%Very High
Magnesium28.4 mg7.1%Top 30%High
Phosphorus135.1 mg13.5%Top 30%High
Potassium0.32 mg0.01%Bottom 30%Low
Sodium113.6 mg4.7%Mid 40%Average
Zinc2.6 mg17%Top 10%Very High
Copper0 mg
Manganese0.32 mg16%Top 30%High
Selenium8.9 mcg12.8%Mid 40%Average

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5.6 g1.9%Bottom 30%Low
Dietary Fiber0.93 g3.7%Mid 40%Average
Sugars2.9 g
Glucose0.6 mg
Fructose0.6 mg
Lactose0 mg
Maltose0 mg
Galactose0 mg

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein9.8 g19.6%Top 30%High
Tryptophan0 mg
Threonine0.3 mg
Isoleucine0.6 mg
Leucine0.6 mg
Lysine1 mg
Methionine0.3 mg
Cystine0 mg
Phenylalanine0.6 mg
Tyrosine0.3 mg
Valine0.6 mg
Arginine0.6 mg
Histidine0.3 mg
Alanine0.6 mg
Aspartic Acid1.3 mg
Glutamic Acid1.9 mg
Glycine0.6 mg
Proline0.3 mg
Serine0.6 mg
Hydroxyproline0.3 mg

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat10.5 g16.1%Mid 40%Average
Saturated Fat3.2 g16.1%Mid 40%Average
Monounsaturated Fat4.2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat1.9 g

Other Nutrients Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Alcohol0 g
Ash1.3 g
Caffeine0 mg
Theobromine0 mg

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 485 Calories from Fat 295

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 32.8 g 50.5%

Saturated Fat 10.1 g 50.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 102.8 mg 34.3%

Sodium 355.5 mg 14.8%

Total Carbohydrates 17.4 g 5.8%

Dietary Fiber 2.9 g11.6%

Sugars 9.2 g

Protein 30.7 g 61.4%

Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 30%

Calcium 9.2% Iron 44.4%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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