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Cassava fritter
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 360kcal / 2530kcal (14%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.7 g/ 71g (0.99%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 10 g/ 42g (23%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 66.7 g/ 348g (19%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B2 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.6 mg NE/ 16mg NE (3%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 26 mg/ 750mg (3%) |
Phosphorus | 21 mg/ 700mg (3%) |
Iron | 0 mg/ 12mg (0%) |
Sodium | 295 mg/ 1500mg (19%) |
What is this food?
Cassava fritter is a fried snack made from cassava (a starchy root) mixed into a batter and cooked until crisp. For 100g, it’s about 360 kcal and mostly comes from carbohydrates, with some fiber from cassava.
Why it matters to health
Cassava fritters can help give you energy for your day because they’re high in carbohydrates. The dietary fiber (about 5g) can support better digestion and help you feel fuller. However, this version is also high in fat (about 10g total fat, with 8.5g saturated fat) and has sodium (about 295mg), which can add up if you eat it often—especially alongside other salty or oily snacks. The good news: when you enjoy it in the right portion and frequency, it can fit into a balanced day.
Healthier tips
- Keep it as a snack (not your main meal) and pair it with something that adds protein and fiber, like a glass of milk/yogurt or a small serving of eggs, fish, or beans.
- Watch portion size: since it’s calorie-dense, aim for a smaller serving (e.g., a few pieces) and balance the rest of your day with lighter meals.
- If you can, choose less-oily versions or air-fried/baked alternatives to reduce saturated fat.
- Balance your sodium: avoid pairing with very salty drinks or dips; choose water or unsweetened drinks.
- Since you’ll have 3 full meals plus 1–2 snacks daily, place cassava fritters on only one snack slot when possible, not both.
Common Filipino dishes
Cassava cake, biko, turon, camote cue, ginataang bilo-bilo
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