Korean Gangjeong
Korean Gangjeong is a traditional sweet and crunchy confection made from puffed rice, nuts, and seeds bound together with a sweet syrup, often honey or maltose. Originating from the Gyeongsang province of South Korea, it's a beloved treat enjoyed during holidays and special occasions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Gangjeong is primarily a high-carbohydrate snack due to its rice and syrup base, with moderate fat from the nuts and seeds. A typical serving provides a quick energy boost and small amounts of minerals like iron and magnesium, with a rough calorie range of 150-200 kcal per 30g piece.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 160 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 24 g |
| Fat | 6 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 40 mg |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg |
| Manganese | 0.4 mg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
| Selenium | 3 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.05 mg |
Per 1 piece (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Gangjeong is a symbol of celebration and hospitality, often served to guests or gifted during Lunar New Year (Seollal) and Chuseok. Nutritionally, the combination of puffed rice and nuts offers a satisfying crunch and a blend of quick and sustained energy.
