Peruvian Quinoa Shrimp Chicharrones With Green Aji Sauce Recipe

Peruvian Quinoa Shrimp Chicharrones With Green Aji Sauce has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Folate.

The food contains 28.3g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 23.3 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.

It has a high density of Sodium, thus making it unsuitable 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 very high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.

It belongs to Peruvian cuisine. Ideally consumed as a Side Dish.

Based on the composite nutritive standing Peruvian Quinoa Shrimp Chicharrones With Green Aji Sauce has been given a composite ranking of 31, and in moderation.