Kimchi calories per 100g: 25 kcal
Nutrition facts per 100g (fermented cabbage kimchi)
Kimchi nutrition: fermented cabbage, sodium, probiotics, and portions
Fermented kimchi is very low in calories, with about 25 calories per 100g. It is mostly cabbage and seasoning, so calories stay low unless it is cooked with oil, pork, noodles, or rice.
The main tracking issue is not calories but context: kimchi is often eaten with calorie-dense meals. Use the CalMind photo calorie tracker to scan kimchi bowls, fried rice, stews, and side dishes together so the full meal is logged correctly.
CalMind estimates calories, macros, and portion size from your meal photo, then helps you keep sauces, toppings, and sides separate.
Sodium and fermentation
Kimchi is fermented and usually high in sodium. That does not make it a bad food, but people watching blood pressure or water retention should pay attention to serving size and the rest of the meal.
Kimchi in meals
Plain kimchi is light, but kimchi fried rice, kimchi stew with pork, and kimchi noodles can be calorie-dense. Track cooking oil, rice, meat, and sauces separately from the kimchi itself.
Track this foodFrequently Asked Questions
Is kimchi good for weight loss?
Plain kimchi can fit weight loss well because it is low in calories and adds strong flavor. Watch sodium and the higher-calorie foods served with it.
How many calories are in 100g of kimchi?
Fermented cabbage kimchi has about 25 calories per 100g, though recipes vary by sugar, paste, and added ingredients.
Is kimchi high in sodium?
Yes. Kimchi is usually salty because fermentation uses salt, so portion size matters if you monitor sodium.
Does kimchi fried rice have the same calories?
No. Kimchi fried rice is much higher because of rice, oil, eggs, meat, or sauce. Track the full dish, not only the kimchi.