african · Restaurant plate
How many calories in a plate of abacha?
About 430 kcal for a typical restaurant plate.
Abacha is a cassava-based salad where calories come primarily from the oil used in preparation and the protein-rich palm nut soup. The cassava itself is low in calories, but the generous amount of vegetable oil and palm oil significantly increases the energy density.
What each part adds
| Part | Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abacha (cassava salad) | 1 cup, 150 g | 180 kcal | 2 g | 20 g | 10 g |
| Palm nut soup | 1/2 cup, 120 g | 150 kcal | 3 g | 5 g | 14 g |
| Cocoyam | 1/2 cup, 100 g | 90 kcal | 1 g | 22 g | 0 g |
| Catsup and spices | 2 tbsp, 30 g | 10 kcal | 0 g | 2 g | 0 g |
| Whole plate | 1 serving, 400 g | 430 kcal | 6 g | 49 g | 24 g |
Estimates for a typical portion. Your plate will differ with portion size and how it is cooked. Not medical advice.
Swaps that change the number
- Use less oil−50 kcal
- Add extra palm nut soup1/2 cup+150 kcal
- Add boiled egg1 large+70 kcal
- Skip cocoyam−90 kcal