Nairobi Style Nyama Choma: carbs, calories and nutrition values
Nairobi Style Nyama Choma: approximately 2 g carbohydrates and 220 kcal per 100 g using an indicative nutrition estimate.

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About Nairobi Style Nyama Choma
Nairobi Style Nyama Choma is a Kenyan nyama choma-style grilled meat dish.
Typical serving
A typical serving is around 150–250 g of grilled meat.
Where do the carbohydrates come from?
Plain grilled meat contains very little carbohydrate; most carbs come from ugali, chapati, potatoes or sauces served alongside.
Carb-counting tip
Count the side dishes separately from the meat.
Nairobi Style Nyama Choma nutrition profile
Nyama choma is high in protein and relatively low in carbohydrate when eaten without starchy sides.
| Amount | Carbohydrates | Calories | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 2 g | 220 kcal | 26 g | 13 g |
| 150 g | 3.0 g | 330 kcal | 39.0 g | 19.5 g |
| 200 g | 4.0 g | 440 kcal | 52.0 g | 26.0 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many carbohydrates are in Nairobi Style Nyama Choma?
About 2 g per 100 g as an indicative estimate.
How many calories are in Nairobi Style Nyama Choma?
About 220 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.