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Cassava/tapioca-based gluten-free bread-like product
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Biju bread (50 g) has 145 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 34 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 82 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
145
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
34g
· 12% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 90% · Protein 2% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 145 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.35 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 160 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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 piece (medium) | 50 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 73 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 25 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 60 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 232 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 100 g | 290 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Biju bread is made primarily from cassava starch, also called tapioca starch. It is a processed, bread-like product rather than bread made from whole cassava root, and its exact ingredients can vary by recipe or manufacturer.
Biju bread is associated with Brazil, where cassava is a traditional staple and its starch is used in many foods. Biju is one of the cassava-based bread-like foods found within that broader culinary tradition.
Biju bread usually has a mild, fairly neutral flavor, so it works with both savory and sweet toppings. Its texture can range from soft to crisp depending on the product and how it is cooked or reheated.
Biju bread is made by turning cassava starch into a dough-like mixture and cooking it. Recipes and production methods vary, but the defining ingredient is tapioca starch rather than wheat flour or whole cassava.
Not necessarily. Biju bread is made with tapioca starch, while “tapioca bread” can describe various products made from that starch. Their shape, texture, and recipes may differ, so the names are related but not always interchangeable.
You can eat biju bread with savory fillings such as cheese or eggs, or with sweet toppings such as jam. Its mild taste makes it versatile; warming it briefly can improve the texture if it has become dry or chewy.
Yes, you can warm or toast biju bread briefly. Keep an eye on it because cassava-starch products can turn crisp quickly; gentle heating is usually better than prolonged toasting if you want to avoid drying it out.
Keep opened biju bread in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can change its texture, so follow the package directions and discard it if you notice mold, an unusual smell, or other signs of spoilage.
Yes, biju bread can be frozen for later use. Seal it in an airtight freezer bag or container to limit drying, then thaw and warm it briefly before serving to help restore its texture.
People with diabetes can include biju bread only with attention to portion size and the rest of the meal, since it is starch-based and can affect blood glucose. A doctor or dietitian can help fit it into an individual meal plan.
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Folate
4µg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.25µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
160mg · 7% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
11mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
23mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 145 calories in 1 piece (medium) (50 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Biju bread is a Brazilian cassava-based bread-like food, traditionally made with tapioca starch rather than wheat flour. Depending on its thickness and preparation, it can be lightly chewy or crisp, and is often enjoyed plain or with a topping.
In Brazil it fits naturally into a simple breakfast or snack; elsewhere, it can be served with tea or coffee, or alongside a meal. It is mostly a source of carbohydrate, with 68 g per 100 g and relatively little protein. Pair it with eggs, beans, cheese or another protein-rich topping to make a more substantial bite.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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 3
Processed
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.35g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.