Bami Goreng (Indonesian Fried Noodles)
Quick answer
A medium portion of Bami Goreng (Indonesian Fried Noodles) (250 g) contains 420 kcal, with 59.8 g of net carbohydrates and 15.5 g of protein. Its glycemic index is 55 (Low) for how fast it raises blood sugar, while its glycemic load per portion is 32.9 (High) for its actual effect.
- Carbs65 g61.4%
- Protein15.5 g14.6%
- Fat11.2 g23.9%
- Fibre5.2 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
How many calories are in bami goreng?
Bami goreng is the "brother" of nasi goreng: the same idea, but with noodles instead of rice, fried with leek, cabbage and soy sauce. It is one of the best-known dishes of Chinese-Indonesian restaurants in the Netherlands. There are 168 calories per 100 g, and a medium plate (250 g) has about 420 calories, with about 16 g of protein and 11 g of fat. Read also: Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)
Does bami goreng raise blood sugar?
Noodles made from wheat are gentler on blood sugar than white rice. The closest food that has been measured is udon noodles, with an index of about 55, which means low.
But the amount makes a difference: the glycemic load of a plate is about 33, which means high, because a takeaway plate is usually big.
Bami or nasi?
If you are choosing between the two: bami goreng (55) is gentler on blood sugar than nasi goreng (about 72), and its calories are similar. So if you are watching your blood sugar, bami is the smarter choice.
How to eat it smartly
- Add more vegetables: ask for more leek, cabbage and green beans.
- Add more protein: an egg, chicken or prawns keep you fuller.
- Half a plate with a cucumber salad is enough, and the other half is for tomorrow.
- Go easy on the sweet ketjap sauce.
Lighter alternatives
- Instead of nasi goreng (72): bami goreng (55).
- Instead of a big plate: half a plate with extra stir-fried vegetables.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (250 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | 420 kcal |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 15.5 g |
| Carbohydrate | 26 g | 65 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 23.9 g | 59.8 g |
| Sugar | not available | — |
| Fat | 4.5 g | 11.2 g |
| Dietary fibre | 2.1 g | 5.2 g |
| Glycemic index | 55 · Low | |
| Glycemic load | — | 32.9 |
| Insulin index | not tested | |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Asian dishes with a glycemic index (36), it ranks 30 (lowest first).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in bami goreng?
168 calories per 100 g, and a medium plate (250 g) has about 420 calories.
Does bami goreng raise blood sugar?
Its index is about 55 (low, from wheat noodles), but the load of a big plate is high (about 33).
Which is better for weight loss: bami or nasi goreng?
Bami is gentler on blood sugar. Either way, a small plate with extra vegetables and protein.
What is in bami goreng?
Fried egg noodles with leek, cabbage and soy sauce, usually with chicken, meat or prawns.
Read also
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References & Scientific Sources
- This value is an estimate, not a direct laboratory measurement of this food. Details in the next item. GI bands (low ≤ 55 · medium 56–69 · high ≥ 70) follow: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- The glycemic index of this food is taken from the closest food measured in a laboratory, wheat noodles (udon, 55 ± 7), because most of the carbohydrate in bami goreng comes from wheat noodles. It is not a direct laboratory measurement of bami goreng. Atkinson FS, Foster-Powell K, Brand-Miller JC. International tables of glycemic index and glycemic load values: 2008. Diabetes Care. 2008;31(12):2281–3.
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Medically reviewed by Dr. Wassim Habib | Founder, WiBo Health · 31 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.