Know what is on your plate.
EL LEONCITO, CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS
Explore the nutrition, choose your serving, and see how this food fits your day.
Your nutrition snapshot
Buy on AmazonMacronutrient proportions by weight
Values for 100 g. Change the serving to recalculate.
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 200 MG | 15% | |
| Iron, Fe | 3.6 MG | 20% | |
| Sodium, Na | 600 MG | 26% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 10g per 100g.
- High in dietary fiber (40g per 100g), supporting digestive health.
- Good source of Iron, Fe (20% DV).
- Good source of Sodium, Na (26% DV).
About CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS
Churritos -- crispy fried corn and wheat stick snacks from El Leoncito, a Mexican-style snack brand. Per 100 g, they provide 600 calories, 10 g protein, 50 g carbohydrates, and 40 g fat. Fiber is listed at 40 g per 100 g in the USDA database, which appears anomalously high and likely reflects a data entry inconsistency; the actual dietary fiber would be expected to be substantially lower for a fried wheat-corn snack. The base is wheat flour and corn flour leavened with baking powder and fried in a vegetable shortening blend that may include safflower, sunflower, canola, soybean, or cottonseed oil. The product is lightly salted. Contains wheat allergens. These are a traditional Mexican snack format, deep-fried to a crispy texture and sold in convenience and specialty stores.
Ingredients
WHEAT FLOUR, CORN FLOUR, BAKING POWDER, WATER, SALT, VEGETABLE SHORTENING (SAFFLOWER, AND / OR SUNFLOWER AND / OR CANOLA AND / OR SOYBEAN AND / OR COTTONSEED.
Dietary Information
CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS is considered high-fiber, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS include Sodium, Na (26% DV) , and Iron, Fe (20% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 600 calories per 100 grams, CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS gets 7% of its calories from protein, 33% from carbohydrates, and 60% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
Compare EL LEONCITO, CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS
See how EL LEONCITO, CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS compares to other foods in terms of nutrition:
- EL LEONCITO, CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS vs FOOD LION, POTATO CHIPS, SOUR CREAM & ONION, SOUR CREAM & ONION
- EL LEONCITO, CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS vs FOOD LION, POTATO CHIPS, BARBEQUE, BARBEQUE
- EL LEONCITO, CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS vs GIANT EAGLE, POTATO CHIPS, SOUR CREAM & ONION, SOUR CREAM & ONION
- EL LEONCITO, CHURRITOS CRISPY CORN STICKS vs Meijer, SWEET HEAT BBQ KETTLE COOKED CRINKLE CUT POTATO CHIPS, SWEET HEAT BBQ
More in Chips, Pretzels & Snacks
Browse all foods in the Chips, Pretzels & Snacks category to compare nutrition facts and find the best options for your diet.