Cassava chips
Cassava chips, often referred to as fried casabe, are crispy, golden snacks made from thinly sliced or grated cassava root that is deep-fried until crunchy. The primary ingredient is cassava (also known as yuca or manioc), typically seasoned with salt, and sometimes other spices. This popular snack has its origins in Latin America and the Caribbean, where cassava is a dietary staple.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Cassava chips are a high-carbohydrate snack, providing a significant source of energy. They are low in protein and contain fat primarily from the frying oil, with key nutrients including potassium, manganese, and vitamin C from the cassava itself. A typical serving contains roughly 150-200 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 1.5 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin C | 8 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg |
| Magnesium | 20 mg |
| Iron | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg |
Per 1 cup (50 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Cassava is one of the world's most important calorie crops, and this snack transforms a humble root vegetable into a crunchy treat. Nutritionally, it's a gluten-free alternative to potato chips, though it's denser in carbohydrates.
