Tag: Nigerian pap

According to a study in the *Polish Journal of Food and Nutrition Sciences*, some pap varieties contain very high carbohydrate content, yet are low in protein. This sparks a common question: Is Nigerian pap healthy? We break down the nutritional facts and potential benefits of this popular fermented grain porridge.

According to nutrition data, a 100-gram serving of fermented white maize pap contains approximately 49 calories, while yellow maize pap has around 41 calories. These figures highlight that the calorie count in Nigerian pap can vary significantly depending on the base grain used and how it is prepared.