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Fried tofu calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of fried tofu contains 270 calories, with 18.8 g of protein, 8.9 g of carbohydrate and 20.2 g of fat. It provides 3.9 g of fiber and 2.7 g of sugar per 100 g. Most of its calories come from fat.
Where the calories come from
Protein 26% Carbs 12% Fat 62%
How fried tofu compares
Per 100 g, against the closest legumes in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fried tofu | 270 kcal | 18.8 g | 8.9 g | 20.2 g |
| Sausage, meatless | 255 kcal | 20.3 g | 8.1 g | 18.2 g |
| Vegetarian fillets | 290 kcal | 23 g | 9 g | 18 g |
| Meatless frankfurter | 233 kcal | 19.6 g | 7.7 g | 13.7 g |
| Breaded and fried meatless chicken | 234 kcal | 21.3 g | 8.5 g | 12.8 g |
Same food, different preparation
| Preparation | Calories | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tofu (typical) | 76 kcal | 8.1 g | 4.8 g |
| Fried tofu (fried) | 270 kcal | 18.8 g | 20.2 g |
Per 100 g. Water loss in cooking concentrates calories; added fat in frying adds its own.
Nutrition facts for fried tofu
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 270 kcal |
| Protein | 18.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8.9 g |
| Fat | 20.2 g |
| Fiber | 3.9 g |
| Sugar | 2.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.9 g |
| Salt | 0 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in fried tofu
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Manganese | 1.5 mg | 65% |
| Selenium | 28.5 µg | 52% |
| Copper | 0.4 mg | 44% |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% |
| Phosphorus | 287 mg | 23% |
| Choline | 106 mg | 19% |
| Zinc | 2 mg | 18% |
See the richest foods per nutrient in the nutrient toplists.
Calories in common fried tofu servings
How many calories in a portion of fried tofu — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (13 g) | 35.1 kcal | 2.4 g | 1.2 g | 2.6 g |
| 1 oz (28 g) | 75.6 kcal | 5.3 g | 2.5 g | 5.7 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 270 kcal | 19 g | 9 g | 20 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in fried tofu?
Fried tofu has 270 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in fried tofu?
Fried tofu contains 18.8 g of protein per 100 g.
How much sugar is in fried tofu?
Fried tofu contains 2.7 g of sugar per 100 g. Nutrition values are reference figures; brands and preparation change the real amount, so weigh and log what you actually eat.
Is fried tofu a good source of protein?
Fried tofu provides 18.8 g of protein per 100 g — about 26% of its calories come from protein.
How much fiber does fried tofu have?
Fried tofu has 3.9 g of fiber per 100 g. Reference intakes for adults are around 25-30 g of fiber per day, so it contributes meaningfully.
Are these fried tofu calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #172451 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
