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Tamales (Navajo)
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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.
Vitamins
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 1.7 MG | 2% | |
| Thiamin | 0.1 MG | 4% | |
| Riboflavin | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Niacin | 1.6 MG | 10% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.2 MG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Folate, total | 15 UG | 4% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.5 UG | 23% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0 MG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 29 MG | 2% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.2 MG | 7% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22 MG | 5% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 99 MG | 8% | |
| Potassium, K | 131 MG | 3% | |
| Sodium, Na | 427 MG | 19% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.5 MG | 13% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 7% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.2 MG | 8% | |
| Selenium, Se | 6 UG | 11% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of dietary fiber (3.1g per 100g).
- Good source of Vitamin B-12 (23% DV).
About Tamales (Navajo)
These Navajo tamales differ from their Mesoamerican counterparts in preparation details but share the same basic structure: a masa base wrapped around a filling. The fiber reading is respectable, the protein is moderate, and the fat is present but not excessive. Corn masa provides most of the carbohydrates. As a complete preparation, they hold together as a reasonably balanced hand food rooted in agricultural tradition.
Dietary Information
Notable micronutrients in Tamales (Navajo) include Vitamin B-12 (23% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 153 calories per 100 grams, Tamales (Navajo) gets 16% of its calories from protein, 47% from carbohydrates, and 36% from fat. This is moderate, similar to many lean proteins and whole grains.
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