Filipino Tinola
Tinola is a classic Filipino chicken soup, traditionally made with chicken pieces simmered in a clear, ginger-infused broth with green papaya or sayote (chayote) and leafy greens like malunggay (moringa) leaves or chili leaves. It's a comforting, everyday dish from the Philippines, often served with rice.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Tinola is a relatively light, low-carb, and low-fat dish that is a good source of protein from the chicken, with key nutrients like vitamin C from the greens and ginger. A typical serving (about 1.5 cups with chicken and broth) is roughly 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Potassium | 420 mg |
| Phosphorus | 210 mg |
| Vitamin A | 3100 IU |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Calcium | 45 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, tinola is deeply ingrained in Filipino home cooking and is often considered a go-to comfort food for its soothing, warming properties. Nutritionally, the use of malunggay leaves is unique, as they are a 'superfood' packed with vitamins and minerals, making the broth exceptionally nutrient-dense.
