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A thick, round, golden-brown pancake folded in half, with a soft, slightly porous surface and a layer of dark reddish-brown red bean paste visible along the cut edge.

Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh Calories

Traditional Asian pancake dessert, red bean paste filling, moderate fiber and protein, high in carbohydrates

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

220kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

120mg

FIBER · 100 G

3.8g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh (90 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 36.9 g of carbs, 4.7 g of protein, 2.9 g of fat and 3.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g

198

KCAL / 90G

Carbs

36.9g

· 13% DV

Protein

4.7g

· 9% DV

Fat

2.9g

· 4% DV

Fiber

3.4g

· 12% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 10% · Fat 13%

Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories198 kcal
Total fat2.9 g4%
Saturated fat0.63 g3%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium108 mg5%
Total carbohydrate36.9 g13%
Fiber3.4 g12%
Protein4.7 g9%

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 Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)90 g198 kcal
½ piece (half)45 g99 kcal
1 slice (thin)45 g99 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g132 kcal
1 slice (thick)65 g143 kcal
100 g100 g220 kcal
1 piece (large)130 g286 kcal
2 piece (double)180 g396 kcal

Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh

What is red bean Min Jiang Kueh?

Red bean Min Jiang Kueh is a thick, soft griddle pancake folded around sweet red bean paste. It is a Chinese-style Southeast Asian snack, commonly eaten as a dessert or between meals.

What does red bean Min Jiang Kueh taste like?

Red bean Min Jiang Kueh tastes mildly sweet, with a tender, slightly chewy pancake around a smooth, sweeter bean filling. The contrast between the plain batter and the rich paste is central to the snack.

How is red bean Min Jiang Kueh made?

Red bean Min Jiang Kueh is made by cooking a thick batter on a griddle, spreading red bean paste over it, then folding the pancake. The batter is often leavened, which gives the cooked pancake its soft, airy texture.

Where did red bean Min Jiang Kueh come from?

Red bean Min Jiang Kueh belongs to the Chinese-style pancake tradition found across Southeast Asia, especially in Singapore and Malaysia. Min Jiang Kueh is a familiar hawker-style snack there, with fillings that vary by vendor.

Is red bean Min Jiang Kueh the same as apam balik?

They are closely related griddle snacks, but the names and typical versions differ by region. Apam balik is often associated with peanut filling, while red bean Min Jiang Kueh uses sweet red bean paste; recipes and local naming can overlap.

What is inside red bean Min Jiang Kueh?

The defining filling in red bean Min Jiang Kueh is sweetened red bean paste, enclosed in a flour-based pancake. Some batters include ingredients such as egg or milk, so the exact recipe can vary between shops and homemade versions.

How do you eat red bean Min Jiang Kueh?

Red bean Min Jiang Kueh is usually eaten folded, either warm or at room temperature, and can be cut into smaller pieces for sharing. It works well as a snack with unsweetened tea or coffee.

How should you store red bean Min Jiang Kueh?

Store red bean Min Jiang Kueh in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Reheat a piece briefly in a pan or microwave; a pan helps bring back some of the soft, freshly cooked texture.

Can you freeze red bean Min Jiang Kueh?

Yes, red bean Min Jiang Kueh can be frozen. Wrap individual portions or separate them with parchment so they do not stick together, then thaw and reheat before serving; the pancake may be less tender than when freshly made.

Can red bean Min Jiang Kueh be served as a dessert?

Yes, red bean Min Jiang Kueh is commonly enjoyed as a sweet snack or dessert. Its filling is already sweet, so it is usually served on its own rather than with syrup or extra toppings.

Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.07mg · 6% DV

Biotin

1.08µg · 4% DV

B3

0.54mg · 3% DV

B5

0.16mg · 3% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.08mg · 9% DV

Manganese

0.16mg · 7% DV

Phosphorus

49mg · 7% DV

Iron

0.99mg · 6% DV

Sodium

108mg · 5% DV

Potassium ⭐

108mg · 3% DV

Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

24.3
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh

To burn the 198 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):

🚶

49min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

20min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

27min

Cycling

🏊

23min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh?

Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh is a Chinese-style griddle pancake popular in Singapore and Malaysia. A thick, soft batter is cooked on a hot pan, spread with sweet red bean paste and folded over the filling.

The pancake is tender and slightly chewy, with a lightly browned outside and a smooth, sweet centre. In its home region, it is commonly bought from hawker stalls as a snack and enjoyed with tea. Elsewhere, it works well as a sweet afternoon bite. It is mainly carbohydrate, with some fibre and protein; pair a portion with unsweetened tea if you prefer to keep the snack less sweet overall.

How Nutritious Is Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh?

Nutrient density

Low

32/ 100

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

Medium

45/ 100

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 Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh Processed?

NOVA 3

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 Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Red Bean Min Jiang Kueh Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.63g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.99g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.36g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 8.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (8.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.