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Tambuday flour Calories
Tambuday flour is a gluten-free flour made from the tambuday legume, native to the Philippines.
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Tambuday flour (120 g) has 408 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 69.6 g of carbs, 26.4 g of protein, 3 g of fat and 18 g of fiber. Its 0.8 mg of Copper covers 93% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tambuday flour Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 120 g
408
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
69.6g
· 25% DV
Protein
26.4g
· 53% DV
Fat
3g
· 4% 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 68% · Protein 26% · Fat 6%
Tambuday flour nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 408 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.36 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 69.6 g | 25% |
| Fiber | 18 g | 64% |
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% |
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 Tambuday flour?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 120 g | 408 kcal |
| 1 g | 1 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 8 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 15 g | 51 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 16 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 500 g | 1700 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tambuday flour
What is tambuday flour made from?
Tambuday flour is made by grinding the seeds of the tambuday legume, a plant native to the Philippines. Despite being called a flour, it comes from a legume rather than a cereal grain.
How do you cook with tambuday flour?
Use tambuday flour in cooked batters, pancakes, baked goods, or soups. For a first try, replace only part of the flour in a familiar recipe; its legume-based texture and flavor may change the result.
Can tambuday flour replace chickpea flour?
Not exactly. Both are legume flours, but tambuday flour comes from a different plant, so its flavor and performance may differ from chickpea flour. Try it in a small batch before swapping it throughout a recipe.
Can you make pancakes with tambuday flour?
Yes, tambuday flour can be used in pancakes. Because it does not behave like wheat flour, the batter may need adjusting; start with a tested legume-flour recipe or blend it with another flour for a familiar texture.
Does tambuday flour work for baking cakes?
Yes, you can use tambuday flour in cakes, but replacing all the wheat flour may make the cake denser or more crumbly. Begin with a recipe designed for legume flour or substitute only part of the flour.
Should tambuday flour be toasted before using it?
No, toasting tambuday flour is not required; it still needs to be cooked as part of the recipe. Briefly toasting it in a dry pan can deepen its flavor, but avoid scorching it, which can make it taste bitter.
How do you thicken soup with tambuday flour?
Whisk tambuday flour with a little cold water until smooth, then stir the slurry into simmering soup. Let the soup cook afterward so the flour thickens it evenly and does not leave a raw flour taste.
How should you store tambuday flour?
Keep tambuday flour in a tightly sealed, dry container in a cool, dark cupboard. Protect it from moisture and strong odors, and use a clean, dry spoon each time you scoop some out.
Can tambuday flour cause digestive discomfort?
It can cause gas or bloating for some people, as other legume foods can. If you are not used to legume flours, try a small cooked serving first and notice how you feel.
Is tambuday flour the same as wheat flour in recipes?
No. Tambuday flour does not form wheat flour’s gluten network, so doughs may be less stretchy and baked goods may have a different crumb. Recipes often work better when it is blended with other flours or formulated for it.
Tambuday flour Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Folate
216µg · 54% DV
B1
0.48mg · 40% DV
Biotin
8.4µg · 28% DV
B6
0.36mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.84mg · 93% DV
Manganese
1.32mg · 57% DV
Phosphorus
384mg · 55% DV
Magnesium
144mg · 34% DV
Potassium ⭐
1140mg · 34% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
Tambuday flour Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tambuday 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 Tambuday flour?
Tambuday flour is made by grinding a legume native to the Philippines. It is naturally gluten-free and, like other legume flours, can be used in both savoury and sweet mixtures. It may be unfamiliar in many kitchens outside the Philippines, so recipes may call for blending it with another flour rather than using it on its own.
Its flavour is generally earthy and its texture can make batters feel substantial. Try it in fritters, soups or baking, adjusting the liquid as needed; for a lighter result, combine it with rice flour or starch. It has a notably protein- and fibre-rich profile, with 22 g of protein and 15 g of fibre per 100 g. If you are experimenting with it for the first time, start with a small proportion in a familiar recipe.
How Nutritious Is Tambuday 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 Tambuday 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 Tambuday flour Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Tambuday flour Good For?
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
Tambuday flour Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.