Jianbing
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Chinese street crepe with egg, sauces, herbs and a crispy cracker.
207 kcal 7.4g protein 9g fat 24g carbs
Scallion Pancakes
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Chinese pan-fried flaky flatbread layered with scallions and oil.
301 kcal 5.6g protein 13g fat 40g carbs
Zongzi
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Chinese sticky rice parcels with soy-marinated pork, boiled in leaves.
213 kcal 5.3g protein 8.4g fat 28g carbs
Char Siu
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Cantonese pork shoulder roasted with a hoisin, soy and honey glaze.
272 kcal 21g protein 15g fat 12g carbs
Red Braised Pork
Limited nutritional benefit: high in calories, sugar, or unhealthy fats. Should be consumed sparingly. May have some nutrients but overall impact on health is minimal or negative.
Chinese pork belly braised in soy sauce, rice wine and caramel.
454 kcal 13g protein 41g fat 6.6g carbs
Dan Dan Noodles
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Sichuan wheat noodles with sesame chili sauce and crisp pork.
178 kcal 6.6g protein 9g fat 18g carbs
Beef Noodle Soup
Good nutritional profile: balanced macronutrients, contains essential vitamins/minerals, minimal processing, generally healthy. Examples: whole grains, lean meats, fruits, vegetables.
Taiwanese wheat noodles in spicy soy-braised beef shank broth.
81 kcal 6.6g protein 1.7g fat 9.5g carbs
Tomato and Egg Stir Fry
Good nutritional profile: balanced macronutrients, contains essential vitamins/minerals, minimal processing, generally healthy. Examples: whole grains, lean meats, fruits, vegetables.
Chinese home-style scrambled eggs stir-fried with soft tomatoes.
97 kcal 4.4g protein 7.1g fat 4.3g carbs
General Tso's Chicken
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Fried battered chicken in a sweet, tangy and spicy soy glaze.
243 kcal 14g protein 13g fat 16g carbs
Vegetable Stir Fry
Exceptional nutritional value: high protein content (>20g per 100g), rich in vitamins and minerals, low in processed ingredients, proven health benefits. Examples: salmon, quinoa, leafy greens, nuts.
Mixed vegetables stir-fried in oil with a light soy sauce glaze.
70 kcal 2.6g protein 3.6g fat 8.2g carbs
Hot and Sour Soup
Good nutritional profile: balanced macronutrients, contains essential vitamins/minerals, minimal processing, generally healthy. Examples: whole grains, lean meats, fruits, vegetables.
Chinese soup with tofu, pork, mushrooms and egg, soured with vinegar.
36 kcal 3.3g protein 1.4g fat 2.8g carbs
Gyudon
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Japanese rice bowl of thin beef and onion simmered in sweet soy dashi.
141 kcal 5.7g protein 4.3g fat 19g carbs
Oyakodon
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Japanese rice bowl of chicken and onion simmered in dashi with egg.
131 kcal 6.4g protein 4.7g fat 15g carbs
Karaage
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Japanese deep-fried chicken thigh pieces marinated in soy and ginger.
294 kcal 19g protein 20g fat 9.3g carbs
Okonomiyaki
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Osaka-style cabbage and pork pancake topped with sauce and mayonnaise.
205 kcal 6.8g protein 13g fat 15g carbs
Yakitori
Good nutritional profile: balanced macronutrients, contains essential vitamins/minerals, minimal processing, generally healthy. Examples: whole grains, lean meats, fruits, vegetables.
Japanese grilled chicken thigh and green onion skewers with soy glaze.
200 kcal 18g protein 11g fat 7.4g carbs
Yakisoba
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Japanese stir-fried wheat noodles with pork belly, cabbage and sauce.
154 kcal 5.2g protein 6.3g fat 19g carbs
Jajangmyeon
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Korean wheat noodles in a thick black bean sauce with pork and onion.
133 kcal 5.1g protein 4.1g fat 19g carbs
Grilled Pork Belly
Limited nutritional benefit: high in calories, sugar, or unhealthy fats. Should be consumed sparingly. May have some nutrients but overall impact on health is minimal or negative.
Korean grilled pork belly slices eaten with a sesame oil and salt dip.
425 kcal 19g protein 38g fat 0.2g carbs
Lahmacun
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Thin Turkish flatbread baked with spiced minced lamb and beef.
232 kcal 8.7g protein 8.4g fat 30g carbs
Pide
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Turkish boat-shaped flatbread filled with minced beef and tomato.
238 kcal 9g protein 9.5g fat 29g carbs
Borek
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Turkish layered yufka pastry baked with white cheese, egg and milk.
288 kcal 9.4g protein 16g fat 26g carbs
Simit
Moderate nutritional value: some beneficial nutrients but may contain added sugars, sodium, or processed ingredients. Can be part of a balanced diet in moderation.
Turkish bread ring dipped in grape molasses and coated in sesame.
308 kcal 9.4g protein 8.7g fat 49g carbs
Knafeh
Limited nutritional benefit: high in calories, sugar, or unhealthy fats. Should be consumed sparingly. May have some nutrients but overall impact on health is minimal or negative.
Levantine baked shredded pastry with melted cheese, soaked in syrup.
377 kcal 9.4g protein 21g fat 38g carbs