Coconut Oil vs Ghee (Clarified Butter)
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Coconut Oil
per 100g
Fats & OilsGhee (Clarified Butter)
per 100g
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Coconut Oil | Ghee (Clarified Butter) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 892kcal | 900kcal |
| Protein | 0g | 0g |
| Carbs | 0g | 0g |
| Fat | 99.1g | 100g |
| Fiber | 0g | 0g |
| Sugar | 0g | 0g |
| Sodium | 0mg | 2mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Coconut Oil has 8 fewer calories per 100g than Ghee (Clarified Butter) (1% less).
- Coconut Oil contains less fat (99.1g vs 100g).
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is among the most calorie-dense everyday ingredients (nearly 900 kcal per 100g) and is roughly 90% saturated fat. It contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) such as lauric acid. Use it for flavor and high-heat cooking, but use sparingly: a tablespoon already adds 120 kcal.
View Coconut Oil nutrition →Ghee (Clarified Butter)
Ghee is butter with the water and milk solids removed, leaving nearly pure fat with a high smoke point and no lactose. It is mostly saturated fat and very calorie-dense; like butter, it is best used sparingly for flavor.
View Ghee (Clarified Butter) nutrition →Track Coconut Oil & Ghee (Clarified Butter) in Kairo
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