Karaage mentai

Karaage mentai

Appetizer

Item Rating: 61/100

1 serving (150 grams) contains 350 calories, 15.0 grams of protein, 25.0 grams of fat, and 20.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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552.1
calories
23.7
protein
31.5
carbohydrates
39.4
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (236.6g)
Calories
552.1
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 39.4 g 50%
Saturated Fat 7.9 g 39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 94.6 mg 31%
Sodium 1261.8 mg 54%
Total Carbohydrates 31.5 g 11%
Dietary Fiber 1.6 g 5%
Sugars 3.2 g
protein 23.7 g 47%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 31.5 mg 2%
Iron 1.6 mg 8%
Potassium 315.5 mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

🍯 Low sugar
🥩 High protein

Source of Calories

21.9%
16.5%
61.6%
Fat: 354 cal (61.6%)
Protein: 94 cal (16.5%)
Carbs: 126 cal (21.9%)

About Karaage mentai

Karaage Mentai is a delicious Japanese fusion dish combining crispy fried chicken with savory seasoned cod roe (mentaiko). Originating from Japan's love of bold flavors and texture, this dish starts with bite-sized pieces of chicken marinated in soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, then coated in a light cornstarch batter and deep-fried to golden perfection. It is topped or paired with spicy, creamy mentaiko sauce, adding a rich umami kick. Karaage provides protein from the chicken, while the mentaiko offers omega-3 fatty acids and essential nutrients. However, the frying process makes it high in calories and fat, and the sauce can also be sodium-heavy depending on preparation. Opting for air-fried chicken or lighter versions of the sauce can make it a more balanced choice. Karaage Mentai is a flavorful indulgence that balances traditional Japanese culinary techniques with modern tastes.