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Hoi sin peppers and tofu Recipe

Hoi sin peppers and tofu has a average-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and high-protein content. It is a good source of Calcium, Vitamin A and Vitamin C.

The food contains 15.7g 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 low sugar content puts it in the bottom 20 percentile. This is a good thing for people watching their sugar intake. With 18.8 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. 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 an average 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.

Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 92, for Hoi sin peppers and tofu, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.

Calorie Breakdown

 Calories from Protein25%
 Calories from Fat53%
 Calories from Carbs21%

Why this is good for you

  • Very high in Protein
  • Very high in Vitamin A
  • Very high in Vitamin C
  • Very low in Cholesterol
  • Very high in Calcium

Why this is bad for you

Vitamin Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Vitamin A3580 IU71.6%
Vitamin C113.3 mg188.9%
Vitamin D0 IU
Vitamin E1.9 mg6.2%
Thiamin0.22 mg14.5%
Riboflavin0.17 mg9.8%
Niacin0.92 mg4.6%
Vitamin B60.26 mg13%
Folate49.2 mcg12.3%
Vitamin B120 mcg
Pantothenic Acid0.21 mg2.1%

Mineral Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Calcium779 mg77.9%
Iron3.4 mg19%
Magnesium75.2 mg18.8%
Phosphorus231 mg23.1%
Potassium391 mg11.2%
Sodium275.3 mg11.5%
Zinc1.9 mg12.6%
Copper0.48 mg24.2%
Manganese1.4 mg71.9%
Selenium20 mcg28.6%

Carbohydrate Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Carbohydrate15.7 g5.2%
Dietary Fiber4.2 g16.8%
Sugars1.1 g

Protein Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Protein18.8 g37.6%

Fat Analysis

NameAmount%DVRankInterpretation
Total Fat17.5 g26.9%
Saturated Fat2 g10%
Monounsaturated Fat6.5 g
Polyunsaturated Fat7.9 g

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Amount Per Serving

Calories 276 Calories from Fat 0

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 17.5 g 26.9%

Saturated Fat 2 g 10%

Trans Fat

Cholesterol 0.5 mg 0.17%

Sodium 275.3 mg 11.5%

Total Carbohydrates 15.7 g 5.2%

Dietary Fiber 4.2 g16.8%

Sugars 1.1 g

Protein 18.8 g 37.6%

Vitamin A 71.6% Vitamin C 188.9%

Calcium 77.9% Iron 19%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

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