Cooked TilapiaVSFermented Tempeh

Comparing Tilapia with Tempeh

Cooked Tilapia

Complete

Contains all 9 essential amino acids. High bioavailability.

Finfish and Shellfish Products• USDA #175177

Top Protein

Protein26.1g

Cals

128

Fat

2.6g

Carbs

0.0g

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Fermented Tempeh

Plant

May lack some essential amino acids. Good to pair with variety.

Legumes and Legume Products• USDA #172467

Protein19.9g

Cals

195

Fat

11.4g

Carbs

7.6g

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Key Differences

Protein Gap

6.2g

-24% difference

Calorie Gap

52% difference

Fat Gap

8.7g

Carb Gap

7.6g

Category Winners

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Most Protein

Per 100g serving

Cooked Tilapia

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Lowest Calories

For weight loss

Cooked Tilapia

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Best Efficiency

Protein per calorie

Cooked Tilapia

Source: USDA FoodData Central • Data as of 2025-12-14