Chinese water chestnut has 97 kcal per 100 g. An aquatic tuber prized for its persistent crunch — stays crisp even after cooking. A dim sum and stir-fry staple.
How should I track Waterchestnuts, chinese, (matai)?
Waterchestnuts, chinese, (matai) is a good source of potassium. For consistent tracking of Waterchestnuts, chinese, (matai), weigh it raw. Cooking method changes both weight and calorie density — steaming barely changes anything, but roasting with oil or frying can double the calories. A systematic review (Whitton et al., Adv Nutr 2022) found vegetables are omitted from food logs 2–85% of the time, often because people assume they are "free" calorically. While most vegetables are indeed low-calorie, the fats added during cooking are not. Log the oil, butter, or dressing separately to keep your tracking accurate.