How many calories are in tatale?
3 pieces (about 150 g) of tatale has about 360 calories. Pancakes made from overripe plantain mashed with flour, ginger and pepper, then fried. Often eaten with beans stew.
Also called plantain pancakes, tatali, plantain fritters.
- Protein
- 3 g · 3%
- Carbs
- 55 g · 61%
- Fat
- 14 g · 35%
- Fibre
- 3 g
- Sodium
- 150 mg
- Glycaemic impact
- Medium
What it does well
- Uses overripe plantain, reducing waste
- Plantain provides potassium
- Tasty snack
Worth watching
- Fried in oil
- Ripe plantain is high in natural sugar
How to make it lighter
- Shallow-fry with less oil
- Pair with beans for protein
- Have one or two pieces
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 tatale?
Three pieces (about 150 g) have about 360 calories. Oil and flour amounts vary.
Is tatale healthy?
It provides energy and potassium from plantain. Being fried, smaller portions work best.
Is tatale good for diabetics?
Ripe plantain has natural sugar, so keep portions small and pair with beans. Ask a dietitian or doctor for advice.
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