chinese · Restaurant plate
Calories in plate of veg chowmein?
About 660 kcal for a typical restaurant plate.
Most calories come from the refined wheat noodles and the oil used for stir-frying. Soy sauce and sugar add minimal calories, while vegetables contribute very little. The cooking method significantly impacts the total energy density.
What each part adds
| Part | Portion | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Egg noodles | 1.5 cups cooked, 250 g | 350 kcal | 10 g | 65 g | 3 g |
| Cooking oil | 2 tbsp, 28 g | 240 kcal | 0 g | 0 g | 28 g |
| Mixed vegetables | 1 cup, 150 g | 50 kcal | 3 g | 10 g | 0 g |
| Soy sauce and seasoning | 2 tbsp, 35 g | 20 kcal | 2 g | 3 g | 0 g |
| Whole plate | 1 serving, 463 g | 660 kcal | 15 g | 78 g | 31 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 minimal oil spray−150 kcal
- Add tofu100g+80 kcal
- Use brown rice noodles1.5 cups cooked+20 kcal
- Add sesame oil drizzle1 tsp+40 kcal