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Crispy outside, soft inside; fried or oven-baked potatoes
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Crispy Potatoes (120 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 36 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 7.8 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B6 covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Crispy Potatoes are bite-sized or roughly cut pieces cooked until their outsides turn deeply golden, either by frying or baking. The contrast is the appeal: a craggy, crunchy surface around a soft, fluffy centre. They work as a side with everyday meals or as a sharing dish, and are often served hot so the crust stays crisp. Add herbs or spices to suit the meal, from a simple roast dinner to a casual snack.
Potatoes make this a carbohydrate-forward dish; a 100 g portion has 2.5 g of fibre. For a lighter version, bake the pieces with a little oil rather than frying them, and pair them with a fresh salad or a tangy yoghurt dip. They also go well alongside eggs or grilled vegetables.
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
30g
· 11% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 5% · Fat 31%
Vitamins
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
Vitamin C
8mg · 9% DV
B1
0.08mg · 7% DV
B3
1.1mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
250mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
350mg · 10% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
45mg · 6% DV
Medium
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 180 calories in 100 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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 120:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (120:1).
To make crispy potatoes, cut them into evenly sized chunks, rinse off excess surface starch, and dry them thoroughly. Toss with a little oil, spread them out on a hot tray, and cook until deeply browned.
Crispy potatoes stay soft when they are wet, crowded, or cooked at too low a temperature. Dry the pieces well, leave space between them so steam can escape, and turn them during cooking for even browning.
Floury, high-starch potatoes usually make the best crispy potatoes because their centers turn fluffy while their outsides brown. Waxy potatoes can work too, but their texture tends to be firmer and less fluffy inside.
Parboiling is optional, but it can help crispy potatoes develop a rough, craggy surface that browns well. Drain the potatoes carefully and let excess moisture evaporate before coating them with oil and roasting.
Deep-fried crispy potatoes usually have a more uniformly crisp exterior, while roasted potatoes need less oil and are easy to cook in a home oven. For roasting, spread them in one layer and turn them as they brown.
For air-fryer crispy potatoes, dry the cut pieces thoroughly and coat them lightly with oil before cooking. Arrange them loosely in the basket and shake it during cooking so hot air reaches all sides.
Soaking cut potatoes in cold water can wash away some surface starch and help prevent them from sticking. It is not essential; dry them completely afterward, since damp pieces are more likely to steam than crisp.
Yes, you can cut potatoes ahead and keep the pieces submerged in cold water in the refrigerator. Drain and dry them very thoroughly before cooking; for the crispest result, cook them just before serving.
Reheat leftover crispy potatoes in an oven or air fryer, spread out in a single layer, until hot and crisp again. A microwave warms them quickly but usually makes the browned exterior soft.
Crispy potatoes pair well with grilled meat, eggs, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. Serve them with ketchup, garlic mayonnaise, or a tangy yogurt dip to balance their rich, browned exterior.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.