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Churros (Deep Fried Dough Spirals) - Recipe and Nutrition Facts
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Churros (Deep Fried Dough Spirals) Recipe

Churros (Deep Fried Dough Spirals) has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and average-protein content. It is a good source of Iron.

The food contains 44g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is average 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 6 gms of protein, it is average in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the high fat content makes it unsuitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan.

It gives a good yield of Iron at 7.2 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. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has a very high density of Sodium, it is unsuitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Churros (Deep Fried Dough Spirals) has been given a composite ranking of 70, and in moderation.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein6%
 Calories from Fat46%
 Calories from Carbs47%

Why this is good for you

  • No Cholesterol
  • High in Dietary Fiber
  • Very high in Iron

Why this is bad for you

  • Very high in Sodium

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A750 IU15%
Vitamin C2.4 mg4%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium150 mg15%
Iron7.2 mg40%
Potassium55 mg1.6%
Sodium1470 mg61.3%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate44 g14.7%
Dietary Fiber6 g24%
Sugars3 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein6 g12%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat19 g29.2%
Saturated Fat2 g10%

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 360 Calories from Fat 170

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 19 g 29.2%

Saturated Fat 2 g 10%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0 mg

Sodium 1470 mg 61.3%

Total Carbohydrates 44 g 14.7%

Dietary Fiber 6 g24%

Sugars 3 g

Protein 6 g 12%

Vitamin A 15% Vitamin C 4%

Calcium 15% Iron 40%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Source: http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Churros-Deep-Fried-Dough-Spirals-103386 Embed Table:

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