Calorie guide · Korean
Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes)calories and macros
One serving of Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) has about 580 kcal, with 19 g protein, 104 g carbohydrates and 9 g fat. That is roughly 13% of calories from protein, 73% from carbs and 14% from fat.
Where the calories come from
- Protein19 g13%
- Carbs104 g73%
- Fat9 g14%
Tteokbokki is Korea's favourite street snack: 150 g of chewy rice cakes and 50 g of fish cake simmered in a sauce of 20 g gochujang and a little sugar, with cabbage, spring onion and a boiled egg. A serving is roughly 580 kcal with 19 g of protein and 104 g of carbohydrates, nearly all from the rice cakes, and with only 9 g of fat it is one of the leanest dishes for its calories.
Nutrition per serving
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 serving (~420 g) | Share of calories |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 138 kcal | 580 kcal | 100% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 19 g | 13% |
| Carbs | 24.8 g | 104 g | 73% |
| Fat | 2.1 g | 9 g | 14% |
How many calories in 100 g of Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes)?
A typical serving of Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) weighs about 420 g, so 100 g has about 138 kcal, 4.5 g protein, 24.8 g carbohydrates and 2.1 g fat.
Calories for your portion
Calories by amount
| Amount | Weight | kcal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ½ serving | 210 g | 290 | 9.5 g | 52 g | 4.5 g |
| 1 serving | 420 g | 580 | 19 g | 104 g | 9 g |
| 1½ servings | 630 g | 870 | 28.5 g | 156 g | 13.5 g |
| 2 servings | 840 g | 1160 | 38 g | 208 g | 18 g |
| 100 g | 100 g | 138 | 4.5 g | 24.8 g | 2.1 g |
| 200 g | 200 g | 276 | 9 g | 49.5 g | 4.3 g |
Vitamins and minerals in Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes)
Per serving, with the share of the daily value (DV) used on US nutrition labels.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Sugars | 17 g | – |
| Saturated fat | 2.3 g | 11% |
| Sodium | 1,200 mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 330 mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 90 mg | 7% |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 14 mg | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 105 µg | 12% |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 µg | 7% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.8 µg | 33% |
Allergens in Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes)
- Eggs
- Fish
- Gluten
- Soy
A typical recipe contains the allergens below (EU list of 14). Recipes, sauces and kitchens differ, so always check the label or ask when you eat out.
Which diets does Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) fit?
A typical serving of Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) is not tagged as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, keto, paleo or pescatarian. Based on the ingredients of a typical serving. Recipes vary, so check labels if you have an allergy or follow a diet strictly.
How long would you walk to burn a serving of Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes)?
For a 70 kg adult, the 580 kcal in one serving is about 135 minutes of comfortable walking or 99 minutes of brisk walking. This is only a rough perspective: food is not something you have to earn or burn off, and the numbers change with body size.
| Comfortable walk (about 4 km/h) | 135 min |
| Brisk walk (about 5.5 km/h) | 99 min |
Work it out for your own weight and activity with the calories burned calculator.
What's in a typical serving
Chewy Korean rice cakes and fish cake simmered in a sweet and spicy gochujang sauce with cabbage, spring onion and a boiled egg.
- 150g Rice Cakes (tteok)
- 50g Fish Cake (eomuk)
- 1 Boiled Egg
- 20g Gochujang, 8g Sugar
- Cabbage, Spring Onion
How to make it
- If the rice cakes are hard, soak 150 g of them in warm water for 10 minutes. Boil an egg for 9 minutes, then cool and peel it.
- Bring about 300 ml water or anchovy stock to a boil in a wide pan and stir in 20 g gochujang, 8 g sugar and a pinch of chili flakes.
- Add the rice cakes and sliced cabbage and simmer for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring often, until the cakes are soft and the sauce starts to thicken.
- Add 50 g sliced fish cake and the spring onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more until the sauce is glossy.
- Halve the egg, add it to the pan and serve hot.
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How to make it lighter
- Use 100 g rice cakes and double the cabbage, or add mushrooms, to keep the volume with fewer calories.
- Add a second egg or extra fish cake for more protein, which makes the snack more filling.
- Reduce the sugar to a pinch; the gochujang already brings sweetness.
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes)?
A typical serving of Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) has about 580 kcal. The exact number depends on the recipe, the amount of oil or butter and the portion size.
How many calories are in 100 g of Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes)?
About 138 kcal. That is based on a typical serving of about 420 g with 580 kcal; the real figure changes with the recipe and how much oil is used.
Is Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) high in protein?
It is moderate. One serving has about 19 g of protein (13% of its calories); pair it with a protein side if you are aiming for a high-protein meal.
Can I eat Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) while losing weight?
Yes, if it fits your daily calorie target. Weight loss depends on your total intake over time, not on a single dish; portion size and added fats make the biggest difference.
How long do you have to walk to burn off Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes)?
Roughly 135 minutes of comfortable walking for a 70 kg adult, or about 99 minutes at a brisk pace. Treat it as a perspective only; it depends on body size and you do not need to 'burn off' food.
Is Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) vegetarian?
No. A typical serving of Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) contains meat or fish.
Is Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) gluten-free?
Usually not. A typical serving contains wheat or another gluten source.
How can I make Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes) lighter?
Use 100 g rice cakes and double the cabbage, or add mushrooms, to keep the volume with fewer calories. Add a second egg or extra fish cake for more protein, which makes the snack more filling. Reduce the sugar to a pinch; the gochujang already brings sweetness.
How we calculated these values
- Calories and macros are Sporty catalog estimates for one typical serving, calculated from USDA FoodData Central values for the listed ingredient amounts.
- The serving weight (420 g) is estimated from those ingredients; the per-100 g values and the portion calculator are worked out from it.
- Walking times use the Compendium of Physical Activities: 3.5 MET for comfortable and 4.8 MET for brisk walking, for a 70 kg adult (kcal per minute = MET × 3.5 × kg ÷ 200).
- Vitamins, minerals and allergens are estimated from the same ingredients with USDA FoodData Central values; % DV uses the US FDA daily values.
- Diet labels come from the ingredients. Real values change with the recipe, the amount of oil and the portion, so treat every number as an estimate.