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Cajun-fried Tofu - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Cajun-fried Tofu Recipe

Cajun-fried Tofu has a average-calorie, low-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium.

The food contains 5g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and low 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. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is for people watching their sugar intake. With 13.2 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's average MUFA and average PUFA. In terms of Polyunsaturated Fat content it is ranked in the bottom 20% of all food items. It is also ranked in the bottom 20 percentile in terms of its Monounsaturated Fat content, which are considered among "good fats".

It has a low density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also average 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 91, for Cajun-fried Tofu, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein26%
 Calories from Fat64%
 Calories from Carbs10%

Why this is good for you

  • High in Protein
  • No Cholesterol
  • Very high in Calcium
  • Very low in Sodium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A690 IU13.8%
Vitamin C1.1 mg1.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E0 mg
Thiamin0.14 mg9.4%
Riboflavin0.1 mg6.1%
Niacin0.5 mg2.5%
Vitamin B60.14 mg7%
Folate24.4 mcg6.1%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.13 mg1.3%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium562 mg56.2%
Iron2.5 mg14%
Magnesium51.2 mg12.8%
Phosphorus163 mg16.3%
Potassium232.7 mg6.6%
Sodium12.3 mg0.5%
Zinc1.4 mg9%
Copper0.32 mg15.9%
Manganese1 mg50.1%
Selenium14.4 mcg20.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate5 g1.7%
Dietary Fiber2.6 g10.4%
Sugars0.3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein13.2 g26.4%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat14.3 g22%
Saturated Fat2.1 g10.5%
Monounsaturated Fat6.6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat5.1 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 132 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 14.3 g 22%

Saturated Fat 2.1 g 10.5%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 12.3 mg 0.5%

Total Carbohydrates 5 g 1.7%

Dietary Fiber 2.6 g10.4%

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 13.2 g 26.4%

Vitamin A 13.8% Vitamin C 1.9%

Calcium 56.2% Iron 14%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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