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Kamut khorasan wheat
Calories & nutrition facts
cooked
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 132 kcal —
- Protein 5.7 g 11%
- Carbohydrate 23 g 8%
- Fat 0.8 g 1%
- Saturated fat 0.1 g 0%
- Fibre 4.3 g 15%
- Sugars 3.1 g —
- Sodium 8 mg 0%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin E 0.24 mg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.1 mg 8%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.03 mg 2%
- Niacin (B3) 2.3 mg 14%
- Vitamin B6 0.07 mg 4%
- Folate (B9) 11 µg 3%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
Minerals
- Calcium 9 mg 1%
- Iron 1.8 mg 10%
- Magnesium 48 mg 11%
- Phosphorus 147 mg 12%
- Potassium 164 mg 3%
- Zinc 1.8 mg 17%
- Copper 0.21 mg 23%
- Manganese 1 mg 45%
- Selenium 31.9 µg 58%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 132 | 5.7 g | 23 g | 0.8 g |
| 1 × cup | 172 g | 227 | 9.8 g | 40 g | 1.4 g |
| 2 × cup | 344 g | 454 | 20 g | 80 g | 2.9 g |
| ½ × cup | 86 g | 114 | 4.9 g | 20 g | 0.7 g |
| 3 × cup | 516 g | 681 | 30 g | 120 g | 4.3 g |
| 4 × cup | 688 g | 908 | 39 g | 160 g | 5.7 g |
Similar foods
- Durum wheatprecooked hulled grain, cooked (without addition of fat and salt)149 kcal / 100 g
- Whole-wheat pastacooked149 kcal / 100 g
- Wheat pastawithout eggs, cooked, unsalted125 kcal / 100 g
- Khorasan wheatraw342 kcal / 100 g
- Buckwheat groatsroasted, cooked92 kcal / 100 g
- Speltcooked127 kcal / 100 g
- Einkorn whole grain wheatboiled179 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Kamut khorasan wheat
How do you cook Kamut khorasan wheat berries?
Rinse the whole kernels and, if you can, soak them overnight to shorten the cooking time. Simmer in plenty of water for about 45–60 minutes, until tender but still pleasantly chewy, then drain.
Do you need to soak Kamut khorasan wheat before cooking it?
No, but soaking the kernels overnight helps them cook faster and more evenly. If you skip it, allow extra simmering time and start checking for tenderness after about 50 minutes.
What can you make with Kamut khorasan wheat?
Use cooked kernels in grain salads with herbs, roasted vegetables and a sharp dressing, or stir them into soups and stews. They also work well as a chewy alternative to rice in a pilaf.
How should you store cooked Kamut khorasan wheat?
Cool it promptly, then keep it in a covered container in the fridge and use it within 3–4 days. Freeze portions in airtight containers if you want to keep them longer; thaw in the fridge or reheat from frozen with a splash of water.
Can you replace Kamut khorasan wheat with spelt?
Yes. Cooked spelt has a similar chewy texture and works well in salads, soups and pilafs; whole spelt kernels may need a different cooking time, so check them as they simmer.
Is Kamut khorasan wheat gluten-free?
No. Khorasan is a type of wheat and contains gluten, so it is not suitable for people who need to avoid gluten.
What is the difference between Kamut khorasan wheat and ordinary wheat pasta?
Kamut khorasan wheat is usually eaten as intact, chewy kernels, while wheat pasta is made from milled wheat dough. Per 100 g, wheat pasta has 125 kcal and 1.02 g of fibre, compared with 132 kcal and 4.3 g of fibre in Kamut khorasan wheat.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 169744 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
