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Fried, breaded ball-shaped food
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Breaded ball (40 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of Selenium covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
108
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
12.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 11% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.12 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 80 g | 216 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 3 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 serving (triple) | 160 g | 432 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 200 g | 540 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
A breaded ball is a round portion of filling coated in breadcrumbs or a similar crumb mixture and usually fried. There is no single standard filling, so the ingredients vary by recipe or product.
Shape a firm filling into small balls, coat each one in flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs, then fry until browned and hot inside. Chilling the shaped balls before coating helps them hold their shape.
A breaded ball can split if its filling is loose or warm, if the coating has gaps, or if the oil is too hot. Chill the shaped balls, press the coating on evenly, and fry a few at a time.
Yes, you can cook a breaded ball in an air fryer. Arrange the balls in a single layer, lightly oil the coating, and turn or check them during cooking so they brown evenly without overcrowding the basket.
Yes, a breaded ball can be baked in an oven. Place the balls with space between them on a lightly oiled tray and turn them if needed; the coating may be less evenly crisp than when deep-fried.
Put cooked breaded balls on a wire rack rather than stacking them or leaving them on a flat plate. A rack lets steam escape from the coating; keep them warm in a low oven if serving shortly.
Tomato sauce, garlic yogurt, or a spicy dipping sauce all pair well with a breaded ball. Choose a sauce that suits the filling, and serve it on the side so the coating does not turn soggy.
Often, yes, if the package or recipe says they can be cooked from frozen. Cook them until hot all the way through, allow extra time compared with thawed pieces, and avoid thawing them at room temperature.
Cooked breaded balls keep for about three to four days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly after they cool; discard them if they smell off or show other signs of spoilage.
Reheat a breaded ball in an oven or air fryer to help restore its crisp coating. A microwave warms it quickly but tends to soften the breadcrumbs, so use one only when crispness is not important.
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B12
0.08µg · 3% DV
B5
0.16mg · 3% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
168mg · 7% DV
Selenium
2.8µg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
44mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 108 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A breaded ball is a small savoury bite made by shaping a filling into balls, coating them in crumbs and frying them. The filling can vary by recipe, so the name alone does not identify a particular ingredient or place of origin.
It is typically served hot, with a crisp outside and a soft centre. Depending on the setting, it may appear as a party snack, a starter with dipping sauce, or part of a casual meal. Its nutrition is led by carbohydrates and fat, with 7 g of protein per 100 g. For a more balanced plate, serve a modest portion alongside salad or vegetables; baking rather than frying can also make a homemade version lighter.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 48:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (48:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.