Prepared and Processed / Cereals and Grains
Rice cake, cuchinta
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 166kcal / 2530kcal (6%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 1.4 g/ 71g (1%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.8 g/ 42g (1%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 38.4 g/ 348g (11%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0 mg/ 1mg (0%) |
Vit B2 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.77%) |
Vit B3 | 0.2 mg NE/ 16mg NE (1%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 11 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 10 mg/ 700mg (1%) |
Iron | 1.6 mg/ 12mg (13%) |
Sodium | 86 mg/ 1500mg (5%) low |
What is this food?
Cuchinta is a Filipino rice cake made from rice flour (a starchy, carb-based snack/dessert). It’s usually steamed and often has a sweet taste from added sugar.
Why it matters to health
Per 100g, cuchinta provides energy mainly from carbohydrates (about 38.4g). It also has 18g sugar and a small amount of fiber (0.7g), which means it can be filling but may still raise your overall sugar intake if eaten often or in big portions. It has 0.8g total fat with 0.67g saturated fat, and 86mg sodium, so it’s best to enjoy it as an occasional treat. The good side: the carbs can help fuel your day, especially if you pair it with a balanced meal or snack.
Healthier tips
- Keep portions small: treat it like a snack, not a main meal—aim for about 1 small piece (or less) depending on size.
- Balance it: pair with fresh fruit or a drink without added sugar (e.g., plain water) to help round out your snack.
- Watch frequency: if you already had rice or bread at a meal, choose cuchinta less often that day to avoid too many carbs.
- Choose options with less added sugar when available, and try to limit sweet drinks alongside it.
- If you’re managing cholesterol or heart health, be mindful of saturated fat from desserts—enjoy it occasionally.
Common Filipino dishes
Cuchinta, Bibingka, Puto, Suman, Sapin-sapin
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