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Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu)

Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu)s are small crispy pieces of deep-fried tempura batter commonly used in Japanese cooking as a crunchy topping for udon, soba, takoyaki and salads. They are prized for their light, airy crunch and are also sold as a pantry garnish. Nutritionally they are energy-dense and high in fat, with about 40g of fat per 100 g, so they're typically used in small amounts to add texture rather than bulk. They also contain fat-soluble antioxidants such as vitamin E and a mix of unsaturated fats from the frying oil. Used sparingly, tenkasu can add pleasing crunch and flavor to dishes, but because they are a fried garnish it's best to balance them with vegetables and lean proteins or choose one of the lighter crunchy swaps listed above when you want a lower-fat option.

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

Kinome Health Grade

C-

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

580 kcal

29% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

6.5 g

13% RDI

Fat

40 g

7g sat fat

Carbs

49 g

18% RDI

Sugar

2 g

4% RDI

Fiber

1 g

3% RDI

Salt

0.2 g

4% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C- · 5.3 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu) healthy?

Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu) is rated moderate (Health Grade C-) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu)?

Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu) is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu) lactose free?

Yes, Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu) is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu)?

100g of Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu) contains 580 kcal, 6.5g protein, 49g carbohydrates, 40g fat, and 1g fiber.

Q.04Is Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu) vegetarian?

Yes, Tempura Scraps (Tenkasu) is vegetarian but not vegan.

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