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Bak Kut Teh

A solid protein hit, but the oil and fat add up, a smart everyday choice.

๐Ÿ’ช High Protein๐Ÿ”ฅ Higher Fat
Bak Kut Teh
Photo: Chainwit. ยท CC BY 4.0
Calories per serving
420 kcal
Usually 380โ€“460 kcal. Varies by stall and portion.
๐Ÿ’ช
28g
Protein
High
๐ŸŒพ
8g
Carbs
Low
๐Ÿ”ฅ
22g
Fat
High
Blood Sugar Impact
โ–ผ Low

Low in quick carbs, so it has a gentle effect on blood sugar on its own. General guide, not medical advice.

๐Ÿ— Protein Density

Based on protein per 100 calories

High Protein Hero

High Protein HeroGreat source of protein for the calories
Good ChoiceDecent protein. Room to improve
Could Be BetterLower in protein. Consider pairing

Coach Tip

High protein from the pork. Skip the rice or ask for less, the broth is the star.

Coach Chin HockChin Hock TanFounder & Coach

Eat it smarter

  • โœ“Go easy on the oily gravy or fried bits
  • โœ“Add a side of vegetables for fullness
  • โœ“Drink water or kopi kosong instead of a sweet drink

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Bak Kut Teh shows up on menus from the kopitiam to the food court, so the calories are worth knowing. A normal serving lands around 420 calories, though it can run from 380 to 460 depending on the stall, the portion and how it is cooked. At 28g of protein it gives you a decent amount to stay full. On the whole it is a smart everyday choice when you are watching your weight.

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Common questions

How many calories are in Bak Kut Teh?โ€บ

A typical serving of Bak Kut Teh has about 420 calories, usually somewhere between 380 and 460 depending on the stall and portion size.

Is Bak Kut Teh good for weight loss?โ€บ

Yes, Bak Kut Teh can fit a fat-loss plan well. With 28g of protein and a moderate calorie count, it keeps you full without blowing your day, as long as you stick to one serving.

What are the macros in Bak Kut Teh?โ€บ

One serving of Bak Kut Teh has roughly 28g protein, 8g carbs and 22g fat, for about 420 calories in total.

Nutrition information is based on typical recipes and publicly available data. Actual values may vary.
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