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Candlenut

Candlenut is the oily seed of the candlenut tree commonly used in Southeast Asian and Polynesian cuisines as a thickener and flavoring—ground into pastes or toasted to release its aroma. It is very high in fat at 66.4g per 100g, contributing rich, creamy textures in sauces and spice pastes while also supplying plant-based omega fats and minerals like manganese and copper. Nutritionally it is valued more for its healthy fat content and mineral contributions than for protein, and its fatty-acid profile makes it a useful ingredient when you want richness and mouthfeel in a dish.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~5.00€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A-

Excellent

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

692 kcal

35% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

9.2 g

18% RDI

Fat

66 g

9.2g sat fat

Carbs

14 g

5% RDI

Sugar

4.6 g

9% RDI

Fiber

8.6 g

29% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A- · 7.5 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Candlenut healthy?

Yes, Candlenut is very healthy with a Health Grade of A-. It has a strong fat quality profile.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Candlenut?

Candlenut is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Candlenut gluten free?

Yes, Candlenut is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Candlenut?

100g of Candlenut contains 692 kcal, 9.2g protein, 13.7g carbohydrates, 66.4g fat, and 8.6g fiber.

Q.04Is Candlenut vegan?

Yes, Candlenut is vegan.

Q.06Is Candlenut lactose free?

Yes, Candlenut is lactose free.

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