Abenkwan: carbs, calories and nutrition values
Abenkwan: approximately 8 g carbohydrates and 145 kcal per 100 g using an indicative nutrition estimate.

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About Abenkwan
Abenkwan is a Ghanaian soup or stew commonly eaten with fufu, banku, rice or yam.
Typical serving
A typical serving of soup is around 150–300 g, often paired with a separate starch.
Where do the carbohydrates come from?
The soup itself may be moderate in carbohydrate; most meal carbohydrates often come from fufu, banku, rice or yam.
Carb-counting tip
Count the accompanying starch separately from the soup.
Abenkwan nutrition profile
Ghanaian soups and stews often provide vegetables, protein and fat from meat, fish, nuts or palm products.
| Amount | Carbohydrates | Calories | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 8 g | 145 kcal | 10 g | 8 g |
| 150 g | 12.0 g | 218 kcal | 15.0 g | 12.0 g |
| 200 g | 16.0 g | 290 kcal | 20.0 g | 16.0 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many carbohydrates are in Abenkwan?
About 8 g per 100 g as an indicative estimate.
How many calories are in Abenkwan?
About 145 kcal per 100 g as an indicative estimate.
Why can the nutrition values vary?
Recipes, serving sizes and preparation methods can change the final nutrition values.