Oil, cupu assu
* 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.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Thiamin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Riboflavin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Niacin | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Folate, total | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.6 MG | 4% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Potassium, K | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Sodium, Na | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 0 UG | 0% |
About Oil, cupu assu
Cupu assu oil is extracted from the seeds of the cupuacu tree, a relative of cacao native to the Amazon basin. It is pure fat with no protein, carbohydrate, or fiber - essentially 100 percent lipid by weight. The fatty acid profile leans toward saturated fats, somewhat similar to cocoa butter, which makes it solid or semi-solid at cooler temperatures. It sees limited use in cosmetics and specialty food applications rather than mainstream cooking.
Dietary Information
Oil, cupu assu is considered low-carb and keto-friendly, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Calorie Breakdown
At 884 calories per 100 grams, Oil, cupu assu gets 0% of its calories from protein, 0% from carbohydrates, and 102% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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