Nyama Choma: carbs, calories and nutrition values
Nyama Choma: approximately 2 g carbohydrates and 220 kcal per 100 g using an indicative nutrition estimate.
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About Nyama Choma
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.
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 Nyama Choma?
About 2 g per 100 g as an indicative estimate.
How many calories are in 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.