Tempeh
Exceptional nutritional value
Fermented soybean cake, values for the uncooked tempeh as sold.
Indonesian cake of cooked soybeans bound by a Rhizopus mold during fermentation, sliced and fried, steamed, baked or crumbled into stir-fries and curries. A 100 g portion gives about 190 kcal and 20 g of protein, and is high in manganese, copper, phosphorus and riboflavin, with useful magnesium, calcium and iron. Unlike tofu it is made from whole soybeans, so it has more protein and fiber per gram; values are for tempeh before cooking.
Nutrition values are for the raw product
Macronutrients Distribution
Basic Nutritional Info
| Nutrient | Value | DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 20.3g | 36.3% |
| Fat | 10.8g | 15.4% |
| Carbs | 7.6g | 2.5% |
| Simple Sugars | 2.66g | Estimate |
| Complex Carbs | 0g | Estimate |
| Fiber | 5.5g | 22.0% |
| Water | 60g | 2.4% |
| Calories | 192 | 8.5% |
Glycemic Index
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Fatty Acids Composition
| Fatty Acid | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saturated | 2.54 | g | 12.7% |
| Monounsaturated | 3.21 | g | 12.8% |
| Polyunsaturated | 4.3 | g | 33.1% |
| Omega-3 | 1.29 | g | Estimate |
| Omega-6 | 3.01 | g | Estimate |
| Trans | 0 | g | 0.0% |
Antioxidants
Antioxidants (e.g. vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, polyphenols, carotenoids) help protect cells from oxidative stress and support health. They are found in fruits, vegetables, nuts, and some animal products.
Compounds with antioxidant activity. Vitamin C, E and selenium are included when present in the product.
| Compound | Amount | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin E | 0.42 | mg |
| Selenium | 8.1 | mcg |
Vitamins
| Vitamin | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| vitamin B1 | 0.078 | mg | 6.5% |
| vitamin B2 | 0.358 | mg | 27.5% |
| vitamin B3 | 2.64 | mg | 16.5% |
| vitamin B6 | 0.215 | mg | 12.6% |
| vitamin B9 | 24 | mcg | 6.0% |
| vitamin B12 | 0.08 | mcg | 3.3% |
| vitamin E | 0.42 | mg | 2.8% |
| vitamin K | 23.1 | mcg | 19.3% |
Minerals
| Mineral | Amount | Unit | DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| calcium | 111 | mg | 11.1% |
| iron | 2.7 | mg | 15.0% |
| magnesium | 81 | mg | 20.3% |
| phosphorus | 266 | mg | 38.0% |
| potassium | 412 | mg | 15.8% |
| sodium | 9 | mg | 0.4% |
| zinc | 1.14 | mg | 10.4% |
| copper | 0.56 | mg | 62.2% |
| manganese | 1.3 | mg | 56.5% |
| selenium | 8.1 | mcg | 14.7% |
Essential Amino Acids
| Amino Acid | Amount | Unit | DV | DIAAS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Histidine | 466 | mg | 66.6% | 123% |
| Isoleucine | 880 | mg | 62.9% | 124% |
| Leucine | 1430 | mg | 52.4% | 99% |
| Lysine | 908 | mg | 43.2% | 80% |
| Methionine limiting | 368 | mg | 35.0% | 68% |
| Phenylalanine | 1557 | mg | 89.0% | 161% |
| Threonine | 796 | mg | 75.8% | 135% |
| Tryptophan | 194 | mg | 69.3% | 125% |
| Valine | 920 | mg | 50.5% | 97% |
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