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Onsen Tamago

Onsen Tamago is a simple, widely used ingredient in many cuisines — eaten on its own, in salads, sandwiches, or as breakfast — known for its firm white and creamy yolk when hard-boiled. It’s a convenient cooked whole egg that’s often enjoyed cold or warm and appears in dishes from Western to East Asian cuisines. Nutritionally, Onsen Tamago is a concentrated source of high-quality protein, providing about 13g of protein per 100 g, and also supplies important nutrients such as choline, selenium and vitamin B12. It’s low in carbohydrates and is often used where a portable, satisfying protein boost is desired. Because it delivers complete amino acids and is filling, Onsen Tamago is useful for appetite control and muscle maintenance; it also contributes several micronutrients not commonly found in plant foods. For lower fat or cholesterol goals, using just the egg white or choosing a plant-based soy alternative can be reasonable swaps.

Vegetarian · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.70€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A-

Excellent

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Boiled Egg.

Calories

155 kcal

8% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

13 g

26% RDI

Fat

11 g

3.3g sat fat

Carbs

1.1 g

0% RDI

Sugar

1.1 g

2% RDI

Fiber

0 g

0% RDI

Salt

0.4 g

8% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A- · 7.8 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Onsen Tamago healthy?

Yes, Onsen Tamago is very healthy with a Health Grade of A-. It is high in protein with 13g per 100g.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Onsen Tamago?

Onsen Tamago is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Onsen Tamago gluten free?

Yes, Onsen Tamago is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Onsen Tamago?

100g of Onsen Tamago contains 155 kcal, 13g protein, 1.1g carbohydrates, 11g fat, and 0g fiber.

Q.04Is Onsen Tamago vegetarian?

Yes, Onsen Tamago is vegetarian but not vegan.

Q.06Is Onsen Tamago lactose free?

Yes, Onsen Tamago is lactose free.

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