malaysian · Restaurant serving
How many calories in a plate of nasi kandar?
About 720 kcal for a typical restaurant serving.
Calories come from the rice base, deep-fried proteins like chicken or fish, and rich coconut milk-based gravies. The total count rises significantly with each additional curry ladled over the dish.
What each part adds
| Part | Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steamed Rice | 1 cup cooked, 158 g | 206 kcal | 4 g | 45 g | 0 g |
| Fried Chicken | 1 piece, 85 g | 210 kcal | 20 g | 5 g | 12 g |
| Fish Curry | 1 ladle, 120 g | 180 kcal | 15 g | 8 g | 10 g |
| Vegetable Curry | 1 ladle, 100 g | 120 kcal | 3 g | 10 g | 8 g |
| Whole plate | 1 serving, 463 g | 716 kcal | 42 g | 68 g | 30 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
- Replace fried chicken with steamed chicken−100 kcal
- Add extra fried anchovies1 small bowl+45 kcal
- Skip the coconut milk gravy−80 kcal
- Add a side of fried egg1 piece+90 kcal