korean · Home-cooked bowl
How many calories in kimchi jjigae with tofu?
About 590 kcal for a typical home-cooked bowl.
Calories come primarily from the fermented kimchi base, the protein-rich tofu, and added fats like pork belly or sesame oil. Carbohydrates in the broth and rice contribute additional energy to the total count.
What each part adds
| Part | Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kimchi | 1 cup chopped, 150 g | 45 kcal | 3 g | 8 g | 0 g |
| Firm Tofu | 100g, 100 g | 76 kcal | 8 g | 2 g | 4 g |
| Pork Belly | 50g, 50 g | 350 kcal | 5 g | 0 g | 35 g |
| Kimchi Paste & Oil | 2 tbsp, 30 g | 120 kcal | 1 g | 3 g | 12 g |
| Green Onion | 1 stalk, 10 g | 3 kcal | 0 g | 1 g | 0 g |
| Whole plate | 1 serving, 340 g | 594 kcal | 17 g | 14 g | 51 g |
Estimates for a typical portion. Your plate will differ with portion size and how it is cooked. Not medical advice.
Swaps that change the number
- Use lean pork loin instead of belly50g−250 kcal
- Add extra tofu100g+76 kcal
- Reduce sesame oil by half1 tsp−40 kcal
- Add a fried egg on top1 large+90 kcal