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Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay)

Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) is a versatile soy-based food common in East Asian and vegetarian cuisines, used grilled, pan-fried, baked or added to stir-fries and salads. It’s prized for its firm texture that holds up well to marinating and high-heat cooking. Nutritionally, Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) is a concentrated plant protein source, providing about 15.5g of protein per 100g while remaining low in carbohydrates; it also supplies readily absorbable minerals such as calcium. Its fat is mostly unsaturated, making it a useful ingredient for adding protein and texture without the saturated fat found in many animal steaks. From a health perspective, firm tofu delivers a high-quality amino acid profile and is quite filling, making it a popular meat alternative for satiety and muscle maintenance; it also contributes useful minerals like calcium and trace copper and manganese.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~1.20€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

A+

Excellent

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Tofu (Firm).

Calories

144 kcal

7% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

16 g

31% RDI

Fat

8 g

1.2g sat fat

Carbs

1.9 g

1% RDI

Sugar

0.6 g

1% RDI

Fiber

1.2 g

4% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

A+ · 8.6 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) healthy?

Yes, Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) is very healthy with a Health Grade of A+. It is high in protein with 15.5g per 100g.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay)?

Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) gluten free?

Yes, Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay)?

100g of Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) contains 144 kcal, 15.5g protein, 1.9g carbohydrates, 8g fat, and 1.2g fiber.

Q.04Is Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) vegan?

Yes, Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) is vegan.

Q.06Is Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) lactose free?

Yes, Vietnamese-Style Tofu (Chả Chay) is lactose free.

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