Where these calories come from
Samgyeopsal at 150 g is 550 kcal, 50 g of it fat. Carbohydrate is near zero, but fat carries 9 kcal per gram so the total climbs fast. Add rice and soju and a single meal passes 1,000 kcal easily.
💡 How to cut it down
Switching to pork shoulder or neck saves 150–200 kcal for the same satisfaction. Pour off the rendered fat as you grill.
