Calories per serving
| Serving | Kcal | P | F | C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 61 | 1.8 | 3.4 | 5.8 |
| Side dish, 150 g | 92 | 2.7 | 5.1 | 8.7 |
| Serving, 250 g | 153 | 4.5 | 8.5 | 14.5 |
| Large serving, 350 g | 214 | 6.3 | 11.9 | 20.3 |
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Ingredients and how we count
We break the dish down by ingredient instead of taking an average “by name”. Below is a typical 253 g serving.
| Ingredient | Weight | Kcal |
|---|---|---|
| White cabbage | 200 g | 56 |
| Carrot and onion | 35 g | 13 |
| Tomato paste | 10 g | 10 |
| Vegetable oil | 8 g | 72 |
FoodMate Score of the dish
How it changes with different cooking methods
| Version | Serving |
|---|---|
| Braised with carrot and tomato | 153 kcal |
| Without oil, in water | 81 kcal |
| Bigos with fresh and sauerkraut and meat | 210 kcal |
| With sausages | 280 kcal |
| With pork | 290 kcal |
Micronutrients
Values for a standard serving, as a percentage of the daily value for an adult.
| Nutrient | Per serving | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 55 mg | 61% |
| Vitamin K | 120 mcg | 100% |
| Potassium | 450 mg | 13% |
| Folate | 70 mcg | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 300 mcg | 33% |
How many calories are in braised cabbage
100 g of braised cabbage contain about 61 kcal: 1.8 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 5.8 g of carbs. A 250 g serving is only 153 kcal, and almost half of it comes from vegetable oil. Cabbage itself is one of the lowest-calorie vegetables, about 28 kcal per 100 g.
Why braised cabbage is good for you
A serving of braised cabbage covers almost the full daily vitamin K and over half of the vitamin C, and provides potassium, folate and plenty of fiber. Braising destroys some vitamin C, but cabbage remains a good source. Carrot adds beta-carotene, and the oil helps absorb it.
With meat, sausages and bigos
With pork or sausages, braised cabbage becomes a full main course and the calories per serving roughly double. Bigos, the Polish-Lithuanian version made with fresh cabbage, sauerkraut, meat and smoked cuts, is richer than plain cabbage but lighter than cabbage with pork if the meat is modest.
Braised cabbage for weight loss
It is one of the best sides for a calorie deficit: big volume, fiber and minimal energy. To make it even lighter, braise the cabbage under a lid in a little water and add oil at the end - one teaspoon is enough for flavor. Pair it with a protein source such as a patty, fish, egg or chicken.
How to count your portion
The calories in braised cabbage depend almost entirely on the oil and meat, so 61 kcal per 100 g is the meatless version. Take a photo of your plate in MyFoodMate AI and the app accounts for the meat and oil in your portion.