Egusi Seeds (Hulled, UK)
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Hulled egusi seeds are low FODMAP at 30 g, about three tablespoons, in the UK-labelled Monash entry. The 47 g portion is moderate and 55 g is high. These weights refer to the hulled seeds themselves, so a bowl of egusi soup cannot be assessed from its finished weight alone.
Serving sizes for egusi seeds (hulled, uk)
Hulled egusi, UK entry: 30 g low, 47 g moderate, 55 g high. Count the seed ingredient per portion, not the weight of the whole soup.
Tested serving sizes
| Serving | Amount | Main FODMAP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 tablespoons | 30 g | Fructans 0.06 g | |
| 4 tablespoons | 47 g | Fructans 0.1 g | |
| 5 tablespoons | 55 g | Fructans 0.3 g |
Breakdown for 3 tablespoons
Is egusi seeds (hulled, uk) low FODMAP?
Fructans are amber at 47 g, approximately four tablespoons, and red at 55 g, about five tablespoons. GOS remains green in both larger portions. The app's UK marker identifies the checked entry; this observation does not establish a separate threshold for every seed blend or ready-made egusi sauce.
Egusi Seeds (Hulled, UK) and IBS: what to know
In an egusi dish, the amount of seed allocated to one bowl can be quite different from the recipe's total. Record the seed quantity per portion alongside any onion, garlic or other added ingredients. The seed's green 30 g reference describes only one component of the meal.
Gut-friendly ways to eat egusi seeds (hulled, uk)
Weigh the hulled seeds before grinding or adding liquid, then divide that amount by the actual portions served. Stir a shared pot well before portioning so the seed mixture is distributed reasonably evenly. Follow the recipe's preparation instructions and assess additional ingredients individually rather than treating 'egusi soup' as a single tested food.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 30 g figure for seeds or finished egusi soup?
It is the hulled-seed amount. Water, vegetables, protein and seasonings in the finished soup add weight without telling you how much egusi seed is in your bowl.
Which FODMAP limits the larger egusi portions?
Fructans are the group that changes to amber at 47 g and red at 55 g. GOS stays green in those checked portions.
Can I substitute another seed using the same amounts?
Check the replacement seed's own entry. For example, ground LSA mix combines linseed, sunflower and almond and has different portion ratings from hulled egusi.
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Sources and editorial notes
- Monash University FODMAP Diet App
Monash University FODMAP Diet app entry “Seed, egusi, hulled (UK)” checked directly on 27 September 2026. The portion weights, traffic-light ratings and FODMAP groups discussed here were verified in matching detail panels. Numerical FODMAP concentration estimates elsewhere in the catalogue were not validated by this check.