Teff is a highly nutritious ancient grain that originated in Ethiopia in 4000 BC to 1000 BC.
The world’s smallest grain (smaller than a poppy seed), teff is a nutrient dense grain. Teff has a delicious nutty flavor and is often used in porridges and other whole grain dishes or as a versatile gluten-free flour for baking everything from traditional Ethiopian bread (known as Injera) to U.S. staples like apple pie and pancakes.
Teff offers a balanced mix of macronutrients and essential vitamins and minerals that promote overall health.
100g of Teff includes 180mg calcium, 7.63 mg iron, 184 mg magnesium, 429 mg phosphorus, 427 mgpotassium, and 3.63 mg zinc.
Teff is also high in lysine. Lysine helps your body convert energy, lowers cholesterol, forms collagen, and may help absorb calcium.
Teff’s Protein Content and Amino Acid Profile
Teff is considered a complete protein because it contains all nine essential amino acids, making it one of the few plant-based sources that provides a full profile of essential amino acids.
Fiber Content in Teff
With around 7 grams of fiber per cooked cup, teff supports digestive health and helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
Minerals in Teff
Teff is an excellent source of iron. In fact, 3.5 oz (100gm) of teff flour provides 37% of the Daily Value (DV) for iron, while the same amount of wheat flour offers only 5%.
Teff also provides more calcium than other grains by a wide margin. 3.5 oz (100gm) teff grain contains 180 mg of calcium.
Teff Fat Content
Teff is only 2-3% fat, and contains the essential omega 6 and omega 3 fatty acids. Find reference
Teff Calorie and Macronutrient Information
One cup of cooked teff provides approximately 255 calories, with a balanced ratio of carbohydrates, protein, and healthy fats.
How Teff Compares
Teff stands out from other grains for its strong protein and calcium content.
The Teff Company grows Maskal Teff in the western USA, a non-GMO gluten-free grain that’s a superfood full of high quality complex carbohydrates, proteins, minerals, and fiber. Teff is an ancient grain native to Ethiopia and Eritrea. Explore our website to learn more about teff. Learn how to make traditional injera or discover 100s of teff recipes from breakfasts to desserts.
