How many calories are in akple?
1 ball (about 300 g) of akple has about 345 calories. An Ewe swallow made from corn flour, sometimes mixed with cassava dough, stirred into a firm paste. Commonly eaten with okro soup (fetri detsi) or light soup.
Also called akpler, akplé, Ewe banku.
- Protein
- 7 g · 8%
- Carbs
- 75 g · 87%
- Fat
- 2 g · 5%
- Fibre
- 4 g
- Sodium
- 250 mg
- Glycaemic impact
- High
What it does well
- Low in fat
- A traditional partner for okro soup, which brings fibre
- Filling, steady energy for the day
Worth watching
- Mostly starch with modest protein
- Salt is often added
- Okro soups with crab and smoked fish can be salty
How to make it lighter
- Have a smaller ball with more okro and fish
- Use less salt and fewer stock cubes in the soup
- Add extra vegetables such as garden eggs or spinach
This is general nutrition information, not medical advice. Numbers are estimates that vary by recipe and portion. If you are managing a health condition, talk to your doctor or a dietitian before changing your diet.
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Questions people ask
How many calories are in akple?
A 300 g ball of akple has about 345 calories. Recipes and ball sizes vary from home to home.
What is the difference between akple and banku?
Akple is usually made from unfermented corn flour, while banku uses fermented corn dough. Their calories per ball are similar when the portions are the same size.
Is akple good for diabetics?
Akple is mainly starch, so a moderate portion paired with okro soup and fish is a good approach. Speak to a dietitian or doctor about what portion suits you.
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