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Ddeok (Korean rice cake) Calories
Traditional Korean rice cake, gluten-free, low fat
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Ddeok (Korean rice cake) (50 g) has 73 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.3 g of carbs, 1.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 87 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Ddeok (Korean rice cake) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
73
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
16.3g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.3g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 91% · Protein 7% · Fat 2%
Ddeok (Korean rice cake) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (50 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 73 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Ddeok (Korean rice cake)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 73 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 40 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 70 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 116 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ddeok (Korean rice cake)
What is Korean rice cake (ddeok)?
Korean rice cake, or ddeok, is a traditional Korean food made from rice flour or pounded rice. It comes in many forms, from chewy garaetteok cylinders to filled songpyeon and soft steamed cakes, so the name covers a whole family of foods.
How do you eat Korean rice cake?
Korean rice cake can be eaten plain or added to soups, stews, and stir-fries. Sliced garaetteok is common in tteokguk, while chewy rice cakes simmered in a spicy sauce are the defining ingredient in tteokbokki.
Is Korean rice cake the same as tteokbokki?
No. Korean rice cake, or ddeok, is the general food; tteokbokki is a dish made by cooking rice cakes, usually garaetteok, in a spicy, savory sauce. The terms are related, but they do not mean the same thing.
Why does Korean rice cake get hard?
Korean rice cake gets hard as it cools because its starch structure firms up. Refrigeration can make plain ddeok especially chewy and firm, so reheat it with steam, hot water, or directly in a simmering dish before serving.
How do you soften Korean rice cake?
Soften Korean rice cake by soaking it briefly in warm water, then heating it in hot water, steam, or sauce until pliable. Follow the package directions; sliced frozen rice cakes can often go straight into a soup or pan.
How should you store Korean rice cake?
Keep fresh Korean rice cake sealed and use it soon, or freeze it for longer storage. Refrigerating it for an extended time can make the texture hard. For packaged ddeok, follow the storage instructions after opening.
Can you freeze Korean rice cake?
Yes, Korean rice cake freezes well. Separate the pieces so they do not stick together, seal them in a freezer-safe bag, and add them to a soup or pan straight from frozen, or briefly soak them to soften before cooking.
Does Korean rice cake taste sweet or savory?
Korean rice cake can be sweet or savory. Plain garaetteok has a mild, slightly sweet rice flavor, while sauce-coated tteokbokki is savory and spicy; filled varieties such as songpyeon are often sweet.
How is Korean rice cake made?
Korean rice cake is made by steaming rice flour and shaping or pounding it, though the method varies by type. Some ddeok uses cooked rice pounded into a chewy dough, while other varieties are steamed from prepared rice flour.
Does Korean rice cake raise blood sugar?
Yes, Korean rice cake can raise blood sugar because it is rich in starchy rice. The effect depends on the portion and what else you eat with it; if you have diabetes, ask your clinician or dietitian how to fit it into your meals.
Ddeok (Korean rice cake) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B3
0.1mg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
13mg · 2% DV
Zinc
0.15mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
9mg · 0% DV
Sodium
1mg · 0% DV
Ddeok (Korean rice cake) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ddeok (Korean rice cake)
To burn the 73 calories in 1 piece (medium) (50 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Ddeok (Korean rice cake)?
Ddeok is the broad Korean family of rice cakes, made by steaming rice flour or pounding cooked rice, then shaping it into forms that range from soft and tender to pleasantly chewy. Some varieties are plain, while others are sweet or savoury.
In Korea, cylindrical ddeok is often simmered in a spicy sauce for tteokbokki, and sliced pieces go into soups such as tteokguk; sweet varieties may be served with tea. Outside Korea, it is often found in Korean restaurants and Asian grocery shops. Naturally low in fat and made from rice, it is mostly carbohydrate, so pair it with vegetables and a source of protein for a more balanced meal.
How Nutritious Is Ddeok (Korean rice cake)?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Ddeok (Korean rice cake) Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Ddeok (Korean rice cake) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Ddeok (Korean rice cake) Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Ddeok (Korean rice cake) Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
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