Thai Hot and Sour Chicken Soup (Tom Yam Gai) Recipe
Thai Hot and Sour Chicken Soup (Tom Yam Gai) has a average-calorie, average-carb, average-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C and Niacin.
The food contains 19.1g 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. It contains a low amount of carbohydrates, making it suitable for some of the low-carb diets. Its sugar content is among the bottom 20 percentile. This is often undesirablea good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 34.6 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.
Because of its average fat content, it could be suitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. It's low MUFA and low 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 is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
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.
It belongs to Thai cuisine.
Based on the composite nutritive standing Thai Hot and Sour Chicken Soup (Tom Yam Gai) has been given a composite ranking of 72, and in moderation.
Calorie Breakdown
| Calories from Protein | 55% | |
| Calories from Fat | 14% | |
| Calories from Carbs | 31% |
Why this is good for you
- Very high in Protein
- Very high in Vitamin B6
- Very high in Niacin
- Very high in Vitamin C
- Low in Saturated Fat
- Very low in Sodium
Why this is bad for you
- High in Cholesterol
Vitamin Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 850 IU | 17% | ||
| Vitamin C | 20 mg | 33.3% | ||
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | |||
| Vitamin E | 0.4 mg | 1.3% | ||
| Thiamin | 0.25 mg | 16.7% | ||
| Riboflavin | 0.31 mg | 18.1% | ||
| Niacin | 20.2 mg | 101.2% | ||
| Vitamin B6 | 0.97 mg | 48.5% | ||
| Folate | 35.2 mcg | 8.8% | ||
| Vitamin B12 | 0.49 mcg | 8.2% | ||
| Pantothenic Acid | 1.2 mg | 12.2% |
Mineral Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4.9% | ||
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 13.8% | ||
| Magnesium | 76.8 mg | 19.2% | ||
| Phosphorus | 365 mg | 36.5% | ||
| Potassium | 752.3 mg | 21.5% | ||
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% | ||
| Zinc | 1.7 mg | 11.4% | ||
| Copper | 0.29 mg | 14.5% | ||
| Manganese | 0.24 mg | 12.1% | ||
| Selenium | 27 mcg | 38.5% |
Carbohydrate Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.1 g | 6.4% | ||
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10.8% | ||
| Sugars | 4 g |
Protein Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 34.6 g | 69.2% |
Fat Analysis
| Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 6% | ||
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% | ||
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | |||
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g |
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 258 Calories from Fat 0
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.9 g 6%
Saturated Fat 1 g 5%
Trans Fat
Cholesterol 73.8 mg 24.6%
Sodium 1 mg 0%
Total Carbohydrates 19.1 g 6.4%
Dietary Fiber 2.7 g10.8%
Sugars 4 g
Protein 34.6 g 69.2%
Vitamin A 17% Vitamin C 33.3%
Calcium 4.9% Iron 13.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
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