But a viral TikTok video has claimed that eating this darkly fried cabbage can cause cancer, specifically ovarian and kidney cancer. But is it true that eating blackened fried cabbage can really cause cancer? Verdict:FALSEEating fried cabbage that has been cooked until blackened does not directly cause cancer, according to the Health Ministry and toxicology experts, though frequent and excessive consumption may increase cancer risk. The post, which received more than 15,000 likes and 6,000 shares, claimed that fried cabbage can cause ovarian and kidney cancer. Enjoy your ayam gepuk with fried cabbage occasionally, but don't make it a daily staple.

Source: The Star March 02, 2026 10:49 UTC