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Folaf flour Calories
High fiber, gluten-free, protein source
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Folaf flour (120 g) has 408 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 64.8 g of carbs, 25.2 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 18 g of fiber. Its 1.6 mg of Manganese covers 68% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Folaf flour Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 120 g
408
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
64.8g
· 24% DV
Protein
25.2g
· 50% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
18g
· 64% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 65% · Protein 25% · Fat 10%
Folaf flour nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 408 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 8.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 64.8 g | 24% |
| Fiber | 18 g | 64% |
| Protein | 25.2 g | 50% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Folaf flour?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 8 g | 27 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 16 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 500 g | 1700 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Folaf flour
What can you use Folaf flour for?
Folaf flour works in savory batters, soups, fritters, and flatbreads. Its flavor is more pronounced than many neutral flours, so it pairs especially well with herbs and spices.
Can you bake bread with Folaf flour?
Yes, you can add Folaf flour to bread, but it will not provide the stretchy structure that wheat gluten does. Blending it with another flour or using a suitable binder helps the loaf hold together.
Can Folaf flour replace all-purpose flour?
Not reliably, cup for cup. Folaf flour has a different flavor and absorbs liquid differently, so replacing all-purpose flour may change both texture and rise. Start by swapping only part of the flour in a recipe.
How do you keep Folaf flour from tasting bitter?
Folaf flour can taste earthy or bean-like, but it should not taste strongly rancid or unpleasantly bitter. Use fresh flour, cook it thoroughly, and season savory dishes with spices, aromatics, or herbs.
Does Folaf flour work for pancakes?
Yes, Folaf flour can make savory pancakes. Mix it with enough liquid for a pourable batter, let the batter stand briefly, then cook the pancakes through so the flour does not taste raw.
How should you store Folaf flour after opening?
Store Folaf flour in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark place. If you will not use it for a while, refrigeration or freezing can help protect its quality; keep it sealed against moisture.
Can Folaf flour thicken soup or sauce?
Yes, Folaf flour can thicken soups and sauces. First whisk it into a little cold liquid to make a smooth slurry, then stir that into the hot dish and cook it thoroughly.
Is Folaf flour safe to eat raw?
No, do not eat Folaf flour raw. Flour is not a ready-to-eat food; cook it fully in a batter, baked dish, soup, or sauce before eating.
Can you make gluten-free flatbread with Folaf flour?
Yes, Folaf flour can be used in gluten-free flatbreads, though the dough may be more fragile than wheat dough. Keep the breads small and thin, and handle them gently when turning.
How do you make Folaf flour at home?
You can make Folaf flour by grinding clean, thoroughly dried Folaf grains in a powerful grinder until fine. Work in short batches, avoid introducing moisture, and store the flour in a sealed container.
Folaf flour Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.42mg · 35% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
B5
0.84mg · 17% DV
Folate
66µg · 17% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.56mg · 68% DV
Copper
0.54mg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
252mg · 36% DV
Magnesium
132mg · 31% DV
Potassium ⭐
492mg · 14% DV
Sodium
8.4mg · 0% DV
Folaf flour Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Folaf flour
To burn the 408 calories in 1 cup (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Folaf flour?
Folaf flour is made by grinding dried ful or fava-type beans, rather than cereal grains. It can be used in savoury batters, flatbreads and soups, bringing a more pronounced legume flavour than wheat flour. Its exact character can vary with the beans used and how finely they are milled.
The flour has a gently earthy taste and thickens readily when mixed with liquid. In Middle Eastern and North African cooking, bean flours are often worked into hearty savoury dishes; elsewhere, you can add Folaf flour to pancakes, fritters or soup for extra substance. It is naturally gluten-free and provides both protein and fibre, with 15 g of fibre per 100 g. For a softer texture, start by replacing only part of the flour in a recipe.
How Nutritious Is Folaf flour?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Folaf flour Processed?
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.
Does Folaf flour Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Folaf flour Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Folaf flour Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.3:1).
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