Doenjang Jjigae

Doenjang Jjigae is a hearty and flavorful Korean stew made with fermented soybean paste. It's a staple in Korean cuisine, often enjoyed as a comforting main dish or a side to a larger meal. This savory stew is typically served piping hot with a bowl of steamed rice.

Shared meals of this food: 9 · Data updated 2026-10-20

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Nutrition range from shared meals

Per serving

Calories150 kcal150–250 kcal
Carbs15 g15–15 g
Protein10 g10–15 g
Fat8 g5–12 g

Median · 25–75% range · Valid samples 9

Per 100g

Calories75 kcal50–100 kcal
Carbs5 g5–6 g

Converted for comparison.

Estimated post-meal glucose (AI)

155mg/dL155–155

AI estimates from shared meals, calculated from a 100 mg/dL baseline. Not measured values.

Measured glucose

Shared meals with a measured record: 0

Individual values are only visible to contributors in the app.

Shared meals of this food

Answered with real data

How many calories is a serving of Doenjang Jjigae?
Across 9 shared meals the median is 150 kcal, with a 25–75% range of 150–250 kcal.
How many carbs does Doenjang Jjigae have?
The median is 15 g, with a 25–75% range of 15–15 g.
How much does Doenjang Jjigae raise post-meal glucose?
Across 9 shared meals the median AI estimate is 155 mg/dL, with a 25–75% range of 155–155 mg/dL.
How many calories is Doenjang Jjigae eaten with Doenjang Jjigae (Soybean Paste Stew), Kimchi?
Across 4 shared meals containing Doenjang Jjigae the median was 1010 kcal. Those meals also included Doenjang Jjigae (Soybean Paste Stew), Kimchi.
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