Chilli, Quorn, homemade

Homemade Quorn chilli is a cooked dish made with Quorn, a meat substitute based on mycoprotein. The figures supplied describe a homemade recipe rather than a packaged product. It provides protein, carbohydrate and fat. Per 100g, it contains 5.3g of protein, 6.9g of carbohydrate and 3.6g of fat, with an energy content of 350 kJ.

Protein is needed for the growth and repair of body tissues, while carbohydrate and fat provide energy. The salt, saturated fat and energy content of homemade chilli can vary with the ingredients and amounts used. These are relevant considerations for people monitoring their intake. Full nutrient figures for this recipe are given in the tables below.