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High in protein and fiber, low fat, vegan-friendly
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Boiled mohut (180 g) has 257 calories. That works out to 143 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.3 g of carbs, 18.4 g of protein, 1.3 g of fat and 13.7 g of fiber. Its 1.8 mg of Manganese covers 77% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
257
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
46.3g
· 17% DV
Protein
18.4g
· 37% DV
Fat
1.3g
· 2% DV
Fiber
13.7g
· 49% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 27% · Fat 5%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 257 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.3 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.23 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46.3 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% |
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% |
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) | 180 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 72 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 358 kcal |
Calculated from 143 calories per 100 g.
Boiled mohut has a mild, earthy flavor and a soft, hearty texture. Its taste is subtle enough to take on spices, herbs, and sauces, so it works well in both warm dishes and cold salads.
To make boiled mohut, rinse the dried legumes, soak them if desired, then simmer in fresh water until tender. Cooking time varies with the age and size of the mohut, so check the texture as it cooks and add water if needed.
Soaking dried mohut is helpful but not essential. It can make the legumes cook more evenly and reduce cooking time; discard the soaking water, rinse the mohut, and cook it in fresh water. Already-boiled mohut needs no soaking.
Yes, boiled mohut can be eaten cold once it has been cooled and stored safely. Toss it into a salad with chopped vegetables, herbs, and a tangy dressing, or add it to a grain bowl for a filling meal.
Boiled mohut can go into soups, stews, salads, and spiced vegetable dishes. Mash some into a dip or blend it with olive oil, lemon, and seasonings; its mild flavor pairs well with bold sauces and herbs.
Rinsing boiled mohut is optional, but it can remove excess cooking liquid and leave the flavor cleaner. Rinse it under cool water for salads; for soups or stews, keeping the cooking liquid can add body.
Boiled mohut keeps for about three to four days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool it promptly after cooking, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell, a slimy texture, or mold.
Yes, boiled mohut freezes well. Drain and cool it, then freeze in airtight, meal-sized portions. Thaw it in the refrigerator or add it straight to a simmering soup or stew; freezing may make the texture somewhat softer.
Boiled mohut can cause gas or bloating in some people because legumes contain fermentable carbohydrates. Soaking dried mohut, discarding the soaking water, cooking it until fully tender, and starting with a smaller serving may help.
Yes, boiled mohut can replace many cooked beans in soups, salads, and stews, though its size and texture may change the result. Add it near the end of cooking if it is already soft, so it does not break apart.
Vitamins
Folate
228.6µg · 57% DV
B1
0.56mg · 47% DV
B5
0.99mg · 20% DV
B6
0.32mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.76mg · 77% DV
Copper
0.67mg · 74% DV
Phosphorus
302mg · 43% DV
Iron
5.22mg · 29% DV
Potassium ⭐
729mg · 21% DV
Sodium
13mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Boiled mohut is made by simmering mohut, a small pulse also known as moth bean, until tender. It is grown and commonly eaten in parts of South Asia, where it may be cooked into spiced dishes or prepared as sprouts. Like other dried beans, it is often soaked before cooking.
Its flavour is mild and earthy, with a soft yet slightly firm bite when cooked just until tender. Serve it warm with spices, stir it into soup, or let it cool for a salad; these uses also work well for cooks elsewhere. Boiled mohut provides protein and fibre, with 10.2 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, pair it with fresh vegetables and lemon.
Very 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 2
Minimally 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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.23g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.23g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.