1 serving (250 grams) contains 350 calories, 8.0 grams of protein, 10.0 grams of fat, and 50.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
330.2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 9.4 g | 12% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 566.0 mg | 24% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 16% | |
| Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 47.2 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 377.4 mg | 8% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About Ekpang
Ekpang is a traditional Nigerian and Cameroonian dish made from cocoyam and occasionally water yam, grated and wrapped in vegetable leaves like cocoyam leaves or spinach. Often considered a dietary staple, it is rich in carbohydrates, making it a source of quick energy. The dish is typically seasoned with palm oil, crayfish, and a medley of spices, with optional additions of fish, meat, or poultry for protein enrichment. Ekpang is part of the Efik and Ibibio cuisines, celebrated for its hearty texture and bold flavors. While it offers nutrients like potassium and fiber from the cocoyam and vitamins from the leafy greens, the high palm oil content contributes significant calories and saturated fats, which should be consumed in moderation. For those seeking comfort food rooted in West African tradition, Ekpang provides both nourishment and cultural richness.
