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Is dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) healthy?

Dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) costs about $3.16 a serving to make at home at typical US grocery prices. Going by its main ingredients, it's a good fit for lower LDL cholesterol and more protein. For steadier blood sugar and weight loss, go easy on gochujang.

By health goal

Lower LDL cholesterol
Good fit
For lower LDL cholesterol, sweet potato in dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.
Steadier blood sugar
In moderation
Go easy on gochujang; using less keeps the dish and helps with steadier blood sugar. Cabbage helps.
Lower blood pressure
Watch the salt
Go easy on gochujang: it's salty. Most of the salt in dishes like this comes from the sauce, so go light on soy sauce or use a low-sodium one.
Weight loss
In moderation
Go easy on gochujang; using less keeps the dish and helps with weight loss. Cabbage helps.
More protein
Good fit
For more protein, chicken thigh in dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.

For LDL cholesterol, with sources

2 of 5
LDL habits in this dish
✓
Soluble fiber (oats, barley, beans, eggplant, okra, fruit)
Fish, ideally oily (salmon, mackerel, sardines)
Soy or beans in place of some meat
Nuts, seeds, olive oil or avocado
✓
Little fatty meat, cream, butter or cheese
Helps your LDL
sweet potato
Fruit and vegetable fiber.
Mayo Clinic

What goes in (per portion)

chicken thigh
¼ lb
cabbage
¼ head
sweet potato
½
yellow onion
¼
gochujang
1 tbsp
garlic
¼ head
green onion
¼ bunch
rice mix
¼ cup

Questions

Is dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) healthy?

Dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) costs about $3.16 a serving to make at home at typical US grocery prices. Going by its main ingredients, it's a good fit for lower LDL cholesterol and more protein. For steadier blood sugar and weight loss, go easy on gochujang.

Is dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) good for high cholesterol?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For lower LDL cholesterol, sweet potato in dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.

Is dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) OK for blood sugar or diabetes?

In moderation. Go easy on gochujang; using less keeps the dish and helps with steadier blood sugar. Cabbage helps.

Is dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) OK for high blood pressure?

Go easy on gochujang: it's salty. Most of the salt in dishes like this comes from the sauce, so go light on soy sauce or use a low-sodium one.

Is dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) good for weight loss?

In moderation. Go easy on gochujang; using less keeps the dish and helps with weight loss. Cabbage helps.

Is dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) high in protein?

Yes, going by its main ingredients. For more protein, chicken thigh in dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) helps, and nothing in it works against that goal.

How much does dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) cost to make at home?

About $3.16 a serving, or $12.64 for four servings, at typical US grocery prices, with pantry staples like soy sauce and oil counted at $0.40 a serving.

How can I make dakgalbi (spicy chicken stir-fry) healthier?

Use less gochujang, and add a vegetable side, like spinach or broccoli.

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