How do I use Buddha's Hand?

Zest it for flavor in salads, cocktails, or desserts.

Yes, though it’s mostly used for its aroma rather than eaten whole.

It's typically available at specialty grocery stores or farmers' markets.

Fruit

How many calories in Buddha's Hand Fruit?

A unique citrus fruit known for its fragrant zest and multiple finger-like segments.

Per 100 g

32 kcal

1 fruit

64 kcal

(200 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
1 g / 100g	7 g / 100g	0.5 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 11% · Carbs 77% · Fat 12%

Share of energy: 4 kcal per gram of protein and carbs, 9 kcal per gram of fat.

1 fruit (200 g, 64 kcal) is 3% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 fruit takes about 16 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Buddha's Hand Fruit is number 2 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 50 kcal per 100 g.

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

8/10

Low in calories and high in aroma, ideal for flavoring dishes.

How do I use Buddha's Hand?: Zest it for flavor in salads, cocktails, or desserts.
Is it edible?: Yes, though it’s mostly used for its aroma rather than eaten whole.
Where can I find it?: It's typically available at specialty grocery stores or farmers' markets.

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