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Traditional legume, source of protein and fiber
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Ahrapot (200 g) has 680 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 114 g of carbs, 47 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 32 g of fiber. Its 1.4 mg of Copper covers 156% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
680
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
114g
· 41% DV
Protein
47g
· 94% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
32g
· 114% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 28% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 680 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 114 g | 41% |
| Fiber | 32 g | 114% |
| Protein | 47 g | 94% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 680 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (medium) | 45 g | 153 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 170 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 250 g | 850 kcal |
| 1.5 cup (large) | 300 g | 1020 kcal |
| 2 cup (extra large) | 400 g | 1360 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Rinse Ahrapot, then simmer it in plenty of water until the grains are tender. Soaking dried Ahrapot beforehand helps it cook more evenly. You can cook it on the stovetop or in a pressure cooker, and use the cooking liquid in soups or stews.
Soaking dried Ahrapot is recommended because it helps the grains soften more evenly. Drain and rinse the soaking water before cooking, then add fresh water. If you skip soaking, allow for a longer cooking time and check the texture as it cooks.
Yes, Ahrapot can be cooked in a pressure cooker. Soaked grains generally soften sooner, though the time varies with how dry they are and with your cooker. Leave enough room for bubbling, and follow the cooker’s fill-limit instructions.
Ahrapot has a mild, earthy flavor typical of traditional legumes. It works well with cumin, black pepper, herbs, and lemon. Season it while cooking for a fuller flavor, or add a bright dressing after cooking when using it in a salad.
Ahrapot can be used in soups, stews, and vegetable-based legume dishes. Add cooked grains to a salad with herbs and lemon, or stir them into rice. For salads, cook Ahrapot until tender but still holding its shape.
Ahrapot is cooked when a grain is soft all the way through and easily crushed with a spoon. The grains should not remain chalky or hard in the center. If they are still firm, add water as needed and continue simmering.
Cool cooked Ahrapot promptly and refrigerate it in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat. Discard it if it develops an unusual smell, appearance, or texture rather than tasting it to check.
Yes, cooked Ahrapot freezes well. Let it cool, then pack it in airtight containers or freezer bags in meal-sized portions. Thaw it in the refrigerator or add it directly to a soup or stew; its texture may soften slightly after freezing.
It can: some people get gas or bloating after eating Ahrapot because legumes contain carbohydrates that are difficult to digest. Soaking dried grains, discarding the soaking water, rinsing them, and increasing portions gradually may help.
Ahrapot can fit into a balanced meal, but the portion and the other carbohydrate-containing foods on the plate matter for blood-glucose management. If you have diabetes, ask your doctor or dietitian how to include it in your individual eating plan.
Vitamins
Folate
360µg · 90% DV
B1
1mg · 83% DV
B6
0.8mg · 47% DV
Biotin
14µg · 47% DV
Minerals
Copper
1.4mg · 156% DV
Manganese
2.2mg · 96% DV
Phosphorus
560mg · 80% DV
Iron
13mg · 72% DV
Potassium ⭐
1900mg · 56% DV
Sodium
30mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Ahrapot is a traditional legume, usually kept dry and cooked before eating. Like other pulses, it can be simmered until tender for soups and hearty stews, or served as a simple home-cooked dish with aromatics and spices. Its flavour is mild and its texture becomes soft and satisfying when fully cooked, making it a good match for onions, herbs and grains. Ahrapot is naturally filling, with protein and fibre contributing to its nutritional value. If yours is dried, soaking it before cooking can help it cook more evenly; pair it with vegetables for a balanced, substantial meal.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
High
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.