Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae) calories & nutrition


Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae) contains 214 calories per serving (11% of a 2,000 kcal daily diet), with 7g fat, 26g carbs, and 14g protein. This nutrition data is based on real meals tracked by Arise app users.

Based on real meals tracked with Arise — the AI calorie counter
Per serving
214 kcal
Fat 6.6 g · Carb 26.3 g · Protein 13.8 g
Per 100 g
51 kcal
Fat 1.6 g · Carb 6.3 g · Protein 3.3 g
Total dish
214 kcal
Weight 420 g


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What's in Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae)?


Ingredient Amount kcal Fat Carb Protein
Firm Tofu 100 g 83 4.8 1.9 8.1
Potato 80 g 62 0.1 14.1 1.6
Zucchini 50 g 8 0.2 1.6 0.6
Onion 30 g 12 0 2.8 0.3
Red Chili Pepper 10 g 4 0 0.9 0.2
Soybean Paste Broth 150 ml 45 1.5 5 3


Macronutrients (Fat, Carbs, Protein) are shown in grams (g).



Ingredient links

Firm Tofu · Potato · Zucchini · Onion · Red Chili Pepper · Soybean Paste Broth



How does Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae) compare to similar dishes?


Dish Weight kcal Protein vs. this dish
Budae Jjigae (Korean Army Stew) 860g 1152 42g +938 kcal, more protein
Gimbap (Korean Seaweed Rice Rolls) 502g 757 35g +543 kcal, more protein
Japchae (Korean Glass Noodles Stir-fry) 260g 300 8g +86 kcal, less protein
Korean Army Stew (Budae Jjigae) with Side Dishes and Soju 1310g 1660 43g +1446 kcal, more protein


Frequently Asked Questions


Is Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae) healthy?

Yes. With 14g of protein and only 26g of carbs, Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae) is a nutritious meal. At 51 kcal/100 g, it has low energy density — filling without excessive calories.

Is Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae) good for weight loss?

At 214 calories per serving, Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae) is calorie-dense. It can fit a weight loss diet if portions are adjusted or paired with lighter options throughout the day.

How much protein is in Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae)?

One serving contains 14g of protein, which is about 14% of the recommended daily protein intake.

What app can track calories in this meal?

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What are the nutrition facts for Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae)?

  • Macro split: fat 28%, carbs 49%, protein 23%
  • Energy density: 51 kcal/100 g (low)
  • Top calorie contributors: Firm Tofu, Potato, Soybean Paste Broth


How long does it take to burn off Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae)?

  • Jogging: ~24 min
  • Cycling: ~28 min
  • Walking: ~52 min

* Assumes a 70 kg person, moderate pace.



How much of your daily intake is Korean Soybean Paste Stew (Doenjang-jjigae)?

  • kcal: 11% of daily intake
  • Fat: 9% of daily intake
  • Carb: 13% of daily intake
  • Protein: 14% of daily intake

* Reference intake: 2000 kcal, fat 70 g, carbs 200 g, protein 100 g.

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