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Pa Thong Ko

Pa Thong Ko is a deep-fried elongated dough stick common in Thai and Chinese breakfasts and street food, often enjoyed with soy milk, coffee, or as an accompaniment to savory soups. It is a crisp, airy fried pastry known for its light interior and golden exterior. Nutritionally, Pa Thong Ko is energy-dense at 386kcal per 100 g and is primarily a source of refined carbohydrates and frying fat; it provides some protein from wheat flour but is relatively low in fiber and micronutrients compared with whole-grain alternatives. From a health perspective, it’s best seen as an occasional treat rather than a staple: the frying raises saturated fat and overall energy, while there’s little in the way of protective plant compounds or substantial fiber to promote satiety or nutrient density.

Vegan · Lactose free · Processed · ~2.00€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

D-

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Pa Thong Ko (Thai fried dough).

Calories

386 kcal

19% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

8 g

16% RDI

Fat

22 g

9g sat fat

Carbs

41 g

15% RDI

Sugar

3 g

6% RDI

Fiber

1.3 g

4% RDI

Salt

1.5 g

30% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

D- · 3.7 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Pa Thong Ko healthy?

Pa Thong Ko is rated D- on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Pa Thong Ko?

Pa Thong Ko is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Pa Thong Ko lactose free?

Yes, Pa Thong Ko is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Pa Thong Ko?

100g of Pa Thong Ko contains 386 kcal, 8g protein, 41g carbohydrates, 22g fat, and 1.3g fiber.

Q.04Is Pa Thong Ko vegan?

Yes, Pa Thong Ko is vegan.

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