Stir-fries with Pili Nuts
Stir-fries with Pili Nuts is a savory dish featuring the rich, buttery pili nut as a star ingredient, often combined with vegetables, tofu, or meat in a flavorful sauce. It is a popular preparation in Southeast Asia, particularly in the Philippines where pili nuts are native, and is enjoyed for its satisfying crunch and nutty depth.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in healthy fats and protein due to the pili nuts, while being moderate in carbohydrates if paired with vegetables. A serving provides a good source of magnesium, phosphorus, and antioxidants, with a calorie range of approximately 400-600 kcal depending on the specific ingredients and oil used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 520 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Carbs | 25 g |
| Fat | 42 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
| Magnesium | 150 mg |
| Phosphorus | 320 mg |
| Manganese | 2.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Thiamine (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Zinc | 3.2 mg |
Per 1 cup (200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Pili nuts are one of the richest nut sources of magnesium and have a unique, melt-in-your-mouth texture that sets them apart in stir-fries. Culturally, they are a prized indigenous product in the Philippines, often foraged from wild trees and considered a delicacy.
