Calories
235 kcal
12% of Daily kcal · energy-dense
Protein
5 g
10% RDI
Fat
0.5 g
0.1g sat fat
Carbs
50 g
18% RDI
Sugar
0.5 g
1% RDI
Fiber
0.5 g
2% RDI
Salt
0 g
0% RDI
Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes)
Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) is a traditional Korean rice cake commonly used in snacks, desserts and ceremonial dishes; varieties like injeolmi are chewy and often coated with bean powder. It is largely a starchy food, providing primarily 50g of carbohydrates per 100 g and only modest protein and fiber. Nutritionally it’s a low-fat, energy-dense option that is not a significant source of fiber or antioxidant micronutrients, so swapping to whole-grain or vegetable-based versions can boost fiber and micronutrient content.
Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~0.90€/100g
Kinome Health Grade
C-
Fair
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Nutrition
Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Tteok (Korean Rice Cake).
Nutrition quality
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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science
C- · 5.4 / 10
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Frequently asked
Q.01Is Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) healthy?
Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) is rated moderate (Health Grade C-) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.
Q.03What NOVA processing level is Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes)?
Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) is NOVA 3 - Processed.
Q.05Is Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) gluten free?
Yes, Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) is gluten free.
Q.02What are the macros in Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes)?
100g of Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) contains 235 kcal, 5g protein, 50g carbohydrates, 0.5g fat, and 0.5g fiber.
Q.04Is Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) vegan?
Yes, Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) is vegan.
Q.06Is Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) lactose free?
Yes, Tteok (Korean Rice Cakes) is lactose free.
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