Mapo tofu
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 8.0 g |
| Fat | 9.0 g |
| Carbs | 5.0 g |
Mapo tofu is a classic Sichuan Chinese dish made with soft tofu, minced meat (typically pork or beef), fermented black beans, and chilli bean paste, served hot over rice. It is a staple of Chinese home cooking and restaurant menus alike, with the sauce doing most of the flavour work. Per 100 g, mapo tofu provides 130 kcal, 8 g of protein, 9 g of fat, and 5 g of carbohydrates with 1 g of dietary fibre. Notable minerals include sodium at 520 mg, potassium at 220 mg, and calcium at 120 mg per 100 g; the dish also contains 30 mcg of vitamin A and 0.3 mcg of vitamin B12. No glycemic index data is available for this dish. Mapo tofu is compatible with gluten-free and dairy-free dietary patterns, though sodium content is worth noting for those monitoring salt intake.
How many calories in mapo tofu?
Mapo tofu contains 130 kcal per 100 g. A typical restaurant serving of around 250 g would put the calorie count at approximately 325 kcal before accounting for any accompanying rice.
How much sodium is in mapo tofu?
Mapo tofu contains 520 mg of sodium per 100 g, largely due to the fermented black beans and chilli bean paste used in the sauce. This makes it a relatively high-sodium dish compared to many everyday foods.
Is mapo tofu gluten-free?
Mapo tofu can be gluten-free when prepared with gluten-free fermented pastes and sauces, and it is listed as compatible with a gluten-free dietary pattern. However, many commercial chilli bean pastes contain wheat, so checking ingredient labels is advisable.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal |
| Protein | 8.0 g |
| Fat | 9.0 g |
| Carbs | 5.0 g |
| Sugars | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 1.0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Monounsaturated | 4.0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 2.0 g |
| Cholesterol | 20.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Potassium | 220 mg |
| Sodium | 520 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 30.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 3.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.30 mcg |