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Mineral-rich, low calorie, source of iodine and omega-3
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Seaweed Soup with Fishcake (180 g) has 68 calories. That works out to 38 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.6 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 198 µg of Iodine covers 132% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
68
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
7.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
5.8g
· 12% DV
Fat
1.8g
· 2% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 33% · Fat 23%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 68 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.32 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 756 mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 68 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 46 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 180 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 114 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 133 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 190 kcal |
Calculated from 38 calories per 100 g.
Seaweed Soup with Fishcake is usually made with edible seaweed, sliced fishcake, and a seasoned broth. Recipes may add ingredients such as garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, or spring onions, so the exact flavor and texture vary.
To make Seaweed Soup with Fishcake, soften dried seaweed as directed, simmer it in broth with seasonings, then add sliced fishcake near the end. This keeps the fishcake intact while giving it time to heat through and absorb some broth.
No, Seaweed Soup with Fishcake is not exactly the same as miyeok-guk. Miyeok-guk is a Korean seaweed soup that is often made with beef or seafood, while fishcake is more characteristic of Korean fishcake soup; recipes can combine these elements.
Wakame is a common choice for Seaweed Soup with Fishcake because it softens well and has a mild, savory flavor. Other edible seaweeds can work, but thick or strongly flavored varieties may need different soaking and cooking times.
Yes, dried seaweed for Seaweed Soup with Fishcake usually needs soaking before it goes into the pot. Follow the package instructions, drain it well, and cut large pieces if needed; soaking times differ between seaweed varieties.
Usually, fishcake for Seaweed Soup with Fishcake does not need separate cooking if it is ready-to-eat or pre-cooked. Add it near the end so it heats through; check the package directions if you are using a raw or unusual product.
Seaweed Soup with Fishcake can taste savory and mildly oceanic, but it does not have to taste strongly fishy. The broth, type of seaweed, and fishcake all affect the flavor; a squeeze of citrus or fresh spring onion can brighten it.
Seaweed Soup with Fishcake pairs well with plain rice and lightly seasoned vegetables or pickles. Since the broth and fishcake can already be salty, serving it with simple sides usually balances the meal better than adding several salty dishes.
Seaweed Soup with Fishcake keeps for about 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Cool it promptly after cooking, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat; repeated heating can make the fishcake soft or rubbery.
Seaweed Soup with Fishcake is not necessary to eat every day, and seaweed’s iodine content can vary considerably by type and amount. If you have thyroid disease or take iodine-related medication, ask your clinician before making it a frequent meal.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
63µg · 53% DV
B12
0.9µg · 38% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
Folate
34.2µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Iodine
198µg · 132% DV
Sodium
756mg · 33% DV
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Iron
1.98mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Seaweed Soup with Fishcake combines seaweed simmered in a light broth with pieces of fishcake. It belongs to a broad family of East Asian-style soups, where seaweed brings a mild, briny flavour and the fishcake adds a soft, gently springy bite.
It is often served hot as a starter or light meal, with rice alongside; you can also enjoy it as a warming option when you want something less filling than a creamy soup. At 38 calories per 100 g, it is low in calories, while the seaweed can contribute iodine and the fishcake adds protein. For a lighter, less salty bowl, keep extra salty condiments to a minimum.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.41g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.