Cereals and Grains / Whole Grains
Rice, well-milled, fried
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g |
| Calories | 187kcal / 2530kcal (7%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 2.6 g/ 71g (3%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 4 g/ 42g (9%) | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 35.2 g/ 348g (10%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.04 mg/ 1mg (3%) |
Vit B3 | 0.4 mg NE/ 16mg NE (2%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 3 mg/ 750mg (0.4%) |
Phosphorus | 35 mg/ 700mg (5%) |
Iron | 1.1 mg/ 12mg (9%) |
Sodium | 4 mg/ 1500mg (0.27%) free |
What is this food?
This is fried, well-milled rice (a starchy rice dish). It’s mainly carbohydrates, with a small amount of fiber and some fat from frying.
Why it matters to health
Rice provides energy for your daily activities, especially for your main meals. However, since this version is fried, it also adds more fat—particularly saturated fat—and it may be higher in calories than plain rice. The good part: it has a little fiber (about 0.5 g per 100 g), but overall it’s still low in fiber, so pairing it with vegetables and protein helps keep meals more filling and balanced. Sodium here is low in the given data, but in real meals it can rise depending on how it’s seasoned and cooked.
Healthier tips
- Use it as your carb portion for meals: aim for about 1/2 to 1 cup cooked rice per meal (adjust based on your hunger and activity).
- Balance your plate: add 1 palm of protein (fish, chicken, eggs, tofu) and at least 1–2 fists of vegetables.
- If you’re frying, try using less oil or choose methods like sautéing with minimal oil; also avoid frequent deep-frying.
- For better fullness, mix in vegetables (e.g., carrots, pechay, squash) or add a side of salad/greens.
- Because it’s low in fiber, keep it paired with fiber-rich foods during your 3 meals and use snacks for fruit or yogurt instead of extra rice.
Common Filipino dishes
Fried rice (sinangag), garlic fried rice, arroz caldo (rice porridge), sinangag with egg and tocino, champorado, lugaw
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