How many calories are in Poha?
Poha contains 784 calories per serving (39% of the 2,000 kcal daily value), with 21.7g fat, 143.1g carbs, and 15.9g protein. This nutritional data is based on AI-powered meal analysis by SimpliFit.
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How many calories and nutrients are in Poha
Nutritional value of Poha per 100 grams
What's inside Poha
| Ingredient | Amount | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| flattened rice (poha) | 150g | 350 kcal | 6g | 1g | 81g |
| vegetable oil (for tempering, e.g., peanut or sunflower) | 20g | 800 kcal | 0g | 90g | 4g |
| onion (raw) | 40g | 90 kcal | 2.3g | 0.5g | 21.5g |
| potato (boiled cubed) | 30g | 80 kcal | 2g | 0.7g | 18.7g |
| green chili | 10g | 60 kcal | 1g | 1g | 13g |
| peanuts (roasted, used as garnish) | 5g | 320 kcal | 90g | 30g | 26g |
| mustard seeds (tempering) | 10g | 40 kcal | 2g | 0.2g | 10g |
| no peas | 0g | 0 kcal | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| lemon juice | 10g | 40 kcal | 0.4g | 0.4g | 10g |
| salt | 5g | 20 kcal | 0g | 0g | 5g |
| fresh coriander (garnish) | 10g | 80 kcal | 6g | 1g | 17g |
Where do the calories in Poha come from
How Poha fits into your daily diet
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 784 kcal | 39% |
| Protein | 15.9g | 32% |
| Fat | 21.7g | 33% |
| Carbs | 143.1g | 48% |
Based on a 2,000 kcal daily reference diet.
How long it takes to burn off the calories from Poha
Estimates for a 70 kg (154 lb) person. Actual values vary by body weight and intensity.
Common questions about Poha
How many calories are in Poha?
A full serving of Poha contains approximately 784 kcal. The total serving weighs about 290g. Per 100 grams, that works out to 270.3 kcal.
Is Poha good for weight loss?
Poha has a high calorie density at 270.3 kcal per 100g. If you are watching your weight, keep portions small and balance it with lower-calorie foods throughout the day.
How much protein is in Poha?
A serving of Poha provides about 15.9g of protein from a total serving weight of 290g. That is 5.5g of protein per 100g, which covers roughly 32% of the recommended daily intake of 50g.
What is the easiest way to track Poha calories?
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How does Poha compare to similar meals?
| Meal | Weight | Calories | Protein | compared to this |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poha with peanut | 249g | 388.0 | 11g | -396 kcal, less protein |
| Poha with peanuts | 170g | 530.0 | 14.6g | -254 kcal, less protein |
| Poha | 272g | 322.0 | 5.8g | -462 kcal, less protein |
| Poha | 210g | 370.0 | 8.1g | -414 kcal, less protein |
| Poha | 195g | 297.0 | 8.4g | -487 kcal, less protein |