Pili Nut Butter
Pili nut butter is a creamy, rich spread made from the edible seeds of the pili tree, native to the rainforests of the Philippines and other parts of Southeast Asia. It typically consists of just roasted pili nuts, sometimes with a pinch of salt, and is valued for its smooth, buttery texture and slightly sweet, nutty flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This butter is exceptionally high in healthy fats, particularly monounsaturated fats, and is a good source of plant-based protein. A typical serving provides a significant amount of calories, along with essential minerals like magnesium and manganese.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 210 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 3 g |
| Fat | 21 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 0 mg |
| Magnesium | 60 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.1 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Zinc | 1.0 mg |
| Potassium | 100 mg |
Per 2 tablespoons (32 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, pili nuts are a traditional foraged food in the Philippines, often sold as a snack. Nutritionally, they are unique among nuts for their very high fat content and impressive mineral profile, making them a popular choice in ketogenic and low-carb diets.
