How many calories are in Poha?
Poha contains 489 calories per serving (24% of the 2,000 kcal daily value), with 19.1g fat, 76.2g carbs, and 11.8g 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) | 220g | 160 kcal | 3.2g | 3g | 31.2g |
| peanut (fried) | 15g | 600 kcal | 28g | 66g | 24g |
| onion (raw, sliced) | 8g | 87.5 kcal | 1.3g | 0g | 3.8g |
| green chili (fried/tempered) | 10g | 40 kcal | 1g | 0g | 9g |
| potato (small fried cubes) | 6g | 83.3 kcal | 3.3g | 0.8g | 20g |
| cooking oil (tempering) | 6g | 366.7 kcal | 0g | 40g | 1.7g |
| mustard seeds / cumin / curry leaves (combined tempering) | 4g | 225 kcal | 5g | 2.5g | 37.5g |
Where do the calories in Poha come from
How Poha fits into your daily diet
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 489 kcal | 24% |
| Protein | 11.8g | 24% |
| Fat | 19.1g | 29% |
| Carbs | 76.2g | 25% |
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 489 kcal. The total serving weighs about 269g. Per 100 grams, that works out to 181.8 kcal.
Is Poha good for weight loss?
Poha has a moderate calorie density at 181.8 kcal per 100g. It can fit into a weight loss diet when eaten in sensible portions. Pair it with vegetables or a salad to add volume without many extra calories.
How much protein is in Poha?
A serving of Poha provides about 11.8g of protein from a total serving weight of 269g. That is 4.4g of protein per 100g, which covers roughly 24% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamarind Poha | 40g | 130.0 | 3g | -359 kcal, less protein |
| Poha with peanut-tomato sauce | 331g | 508.0 | 12.2g | +19 kcal, more protein |
| Poha-style breakfast | 240g | 376.0 | 7g | -113 kcal, less protein |
| Poha | 205g | 285.0 | 4.7g | -204 kcal, less protein |
| Poha | 272g | 322.0 | 5.8g | -167 kcal, less protein |