Mung Beans Sticky Rice (Vietnamese Xoi Vo) Recipe

Mung Beans Sticky Rice (Vietnamese Xoi Vo) has a very high-calorie, very high-carb, average-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron and Folate.

The food contains 111.3g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is very high 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 25 gms of protein, it is high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.

However, the average fat content makes it suitable if you're on a low-fat diet plan. It's low MUFA and low PUFA.

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 a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable for a low-sodium diet. It is also very 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 Vietnamese cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Snack.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Mung Beans Sticky Rice (Vietnamese Xoi Vo) has been given a composite ranking of 57, and in moderation.