Is Korean Kimchi Fried Rice healthy?

Yes, it contains probiotics from kimchi and is rich in flavor.

Can I make it vegetarian?

Absolutely! Just skip the meat and use more vegetables.

The spiciness depends on the kimchi used; you can adjust according to taste.

Grains

A spicy and tangy rice dish, stir-fried with vegetables and kimchi.

Per 100 g

150 kcal

1 cup

300 kcal

(200 g)

Protein	Carbs	Fat
3 g / 100g	28 g / 100g	4 g / 100g

Where the calories come from

Protein 8% · Carbs 69% · Fat 23%

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

1 cup (200 g, 300 kcal) is 15% of a 2,000 kcal day. 2,000 kcal is the reference day used on nutrition labels, not a personal target.
Burning 1 cup takes about 73 min of brisk walking. Estimate for a 70 kg adult walking briskly (about 4 kcal a minute).

Korean Kimchi Fried Rice is number 6 of 6 by calories per 100 g, lowest first. The similar foods average 137 kcal per 100 g.

Food	kcal / 100 g	Protein / 100 g
Nutty Barley Salad	120	4 g
Turmeric Rice Salad	130	3 g
Wild Rice Pilaf with Cranberries	140	4 g
Apple Cinnamon Quinoa	143	4.1 g
Bulgur and Roasted Veggie Bowl	150	5 g
Korean Kimchi Fried Rice	150	3 g

Nutrition data updated June 13, 2026.

6/10

Moderate-calorie meal option, packed with flavor and nutrients.

Is Korean Kimchi Fried Rice healthy?: Yes, it contains probiotics from kimchi and is rich in flavor.
Can I make it vegetarian?: Absolutely! Just skip the meat and use more vegetables.
How spicy is it?: The spiciness depends on the kimchi used; you can adjust according to taste.

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