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Char Siew Rice
A solid protein hit, but the rice or noodles stack up, a smart choice when you order it right.
Built mostly on refined carbs like white rice or noodles, so it raises blood sugar quickly. Pair it with protein, vegetables or fibre to slow the spike. General guide, not medical advice.
🍗 Protein Density
Based on protein per 100 calories
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Coach Tip
Char siew is glazed in sugar, high in carbs and fat. Ask for extra veg and less rice to balance.
Chin Hock TanFounder & CoachEat it smarter
- ✓Ask for less rice or noodles to cut the carbs
- ✓Go easy on the oily gravy or fried bits
- ✓Add a side of vegetables for fullness
- ✓Drink water or kopi kosong instead of a sweet drink
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If you eat out often, Char Siew Rice is one of those dishes you will meet again and again. A normal serving lands around 700 calories, though it can run from 630 to 770 depending on the stall, the portion and how it is cooked. At 28g of protein it gives you a decent amount to stay full.
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Common questions
How many calories are in Char Siew Rice?›
A typical serving of Char Siew Rice has about 700 calories, usually somewhere between 630 and 770 depending on the stall and portion size.
Is Char Siew Rice good for weight loss?›
Char Siew Rice can fit a weight-loss plan in moderation. Watch the portion, mind what you pair it with, and the 28g of protein will help you stay full.
What are the macros in Char Siew Rice?›
One serving of Char Siew Rice has roughly 28g protein, 80g carbs and 28g fat, for about 700 calories in total.
Nutrition information is based on typical recipes and publicly available data. Actual values may vary.
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