Is Nyonya Dumpling Healthy?

A Nonya rice dumpling, while being slightly healthier – with 315 calories, 7.9 g fat and 494 mg of sodium – has similar calorie content as a bowl of rice.

Is rice dumpling healthy?

Healthy tips about eating rice dumplings:

A medium-sized savoury rice dumpling (weighing about 253 g) can provide about 455 kcal of energy, almost the energy content of a proper meal. ... A savoury rice dumpling is usually made with pork belly and preserved pork, and is thus high in fat.

Is glutinous rice good for diet?

As a good source of several healthy minerals and antioxidants, brown rice may help prevent heart disease. On the other hand, white rice — especially sticky rice — provides fewer nutrients and may raise the risk of type 2 diabetes.