Ethiopian Spiced Beef Jerky (Quwanta) 1 has a average-calorie, low-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12 and Niacin.
The food contains 1g 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 34.8 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 average fat content of this product makes it suitable to be eaten when trying to lose weight. It's average MUFA and low PUFA.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.
It has an average density of Sodium, thus making it suitable for a low-sodium diet. Besides other nutrients, it is average in Magnesium, which is an essential micronutrient needed to keep muscle and nerve functioning normal and heart beat rhythmic. It also helps to support a healthy immune system, and keeps bones strong. It is also a very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
It belongs to Ethiopian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Main Dish.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 63, for Ethiopian Spiced Beef Jerky (Quwanta) 1, and we advise that this food in moderation.
Calories from Protein | 67% | |
Calories from Fat | 31% | |
Calories from Carbs | 2% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 189.8 IU | 3.8% | Top 30% | High |
Retinol | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin C | 0 mg | |||
Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
Thiamin | 0 mg | |||
Riboflavin | 0 mg | |||
Niacin | 6.6 mg | 32.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg | 29.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Folate | 12 mcg | 3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 0 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg | 20% | Top 10% | Very High |
Pantothenic Acid | 0.6 mg | 6% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 21 mg | 2.1% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 24.6 mg | 6.1% | Top 30% | High |
Phosphorus | 204.8 mg | 20.5% | Top 10% | Very High |
Potassium | 349.7 mg | 10% | Top 10% | Very High |
Sodium | 77.7 mg | 3.2% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Zinc | 4.2 mg | 27.9% | Top 10% | Very High |
Copper | 0 mg | |||
Manganese | 0 mg | |||
Selenium | 26.3 mcg | 37.6% | Top 10% | Very High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 0.6 g | 0.2% | Bottom 10% | Very Low |
Dietary Fiber | 0.24 g | 0.96% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 0.1 g | |||
Glucose | 0 mg | |||
Fructose | 0 mg | |||
Lactose | 0 mg | |||
Maltose | 0 mg | |||
Galactose | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 20.8 g | 41.7% | Top 10% | Very High |
Tryptophan | 0 mg | |||
Threonine | 0.6 mg | |||
Isoleucine | 1.2 mg | |||
Leucine | 1.2 mg | |||
Lysine | 1.8 mg | |||
Methionine | 0.6 mg | |||
Cystine | 0 mg | |||
Phenylalanine | 0.6 mg | |||
Tyrosine | 0.6 mg | |||
Valine | 1.2 mg | |||
Arginine | 1.2 mg | |||
Histidine | 0.6 mg | |||
Alanine | 1.2 mg | |||
Aspartic Acid | 1.8 mg | |||
Glutamic Acid | 3 mg | |||
Glycine | 1.2 mg | |||
Proline | 0 mg | |||
Serine | 0.6 mg | |||
Hydroxyproline | 0 mg |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 4.3 g | 6.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 6.6% | Mid 40% | Average |
Monounsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | |||
Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Alcohol | 1.2 g | |||
Ash | 1.2 g | |||
Caffeine | 0 mg | |||
Theobromine | 0 mg |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 227 Calories from Fat 65
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.2 g 11.1%
Saturated Fat 2.2 g 11%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 83.1 mg 27.7%
Sodium 129.8 mg 5.4%
Total Carbohydrates 1 g 0.3%
Dietary Fiber 0.4 g1.6%
Sugars 0.1 g
Protein 34.8 g 69.6%
Vitamin A 6.3% Vitamin C
Calcium 3.5% Iron 16.7%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per Serving | Calories 81
Protein 5.6 g | Carbs 8.1 g | Fat 3.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 162
Protein 18.2 g | Carbs 1.01 g | Fat 9.1 g
Per Serving | Calories 242
Protein 14.1 g | Carbs 16.2 g | Fat 12.8 g
Per Serving | Calories 300
Protein 3.7 g | Carbs 2.54 g | Fat 28.5 g
Per Serving | Calories 152
Protein 7.1 g | Carbs 21.8 g | Fat 4.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 72
Protein 2.1 g | Carbs 11.9 g | Fat 2.3 g
Per Serving | Calories 141
Protein 6.3 g | Carbs 13.3 g | Fat 7.2 g
Per Serving | Calories 132
Protein 5.1 g | Carbs 9.5 g | Fat 8.5 g