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Egg fodan sauté: Rich in protein and fiber, traditional Turkish dish.
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Egg fodan sauté (150 g) has 165 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.8 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 9.1 g of fat and 3.5 g of fiber. Its 97.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 81% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
165
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
10.8g
· 4% DV
Protein
10.2g
· 20% DV
Fat
9.1g
· 12% DV
Fiber
3.5g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 26% · Protein 25% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 165 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.1 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.55 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 180 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.8 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% |
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 serving (medium) | 150 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra small) | 80 g | 88 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 300 g | 330 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Egg fodan sauté is a traditional Turkish dish made by cooking fodan, a locally named edible green, and combining it with eggs. The name fodan can refer to different plants in different places, so the exact green and preparation may vary by region.
To make egg fodan sauté, sort and wash the fodan thoroughly, cook it until tender, then sauté it in a pan and add beaten eggs. Cook until the eggs are set. Whether the green needs boiling first depends on its texture and the local recipe.
Egg fodan sauté is built around fodan greens and eggs, with oil used for cooking. Some versions add onion or seasoning, but those additions vary by household and region. The defining ingredients are the fodan and egg rather than any particular spice.
Sometimes. Tender fodan leaves may cook directly in the pan, while tougher greens benefit from a brief boil before sautéing. Drain them well before adding the eggs so the finished egg fodan sauté is not watery.
Egg fodan sauté tastes savory and egg-rich, with a green, herbaceous flavor from the fodan. The precise flavor depends on which plant is called fodan locally and how mature it is; onion or pepper can make the dish sweeter or more pungent.
Yes, egg fodan sauté can be served as a hot Turkish breakfast dish, usually with bread and other breakfast staples. It also works for lunch or dinner, so it is not limited to a particular meal.
Egg fodan sauté belongs to Turkish home cooking that uses local edible greens, but fodan is a regional plant name rather than a single universally understood ingredient. The specific region and version can therefore differ, and local recipes may use different greens or cooking steps.
Serve egg fodan sauté with crusty bread, plain yogurt, or a simple salad. For a Turkish-style breakfast, it can sit alongside olives and cheese; as a main meal, a light side keeps the greens and eggs at the center.
You can freeze egg fodan sauté, but the cooked eggs may become softer or slightly watery after thawing. Cool it promptly, pack it airtight, and reheat it thoroughly; for the best texture, freezing the cooked fodan before adding eggs is preferable.
Yes, only if you can identify the plant with certainty. Fodan is a local name that may refer to different greens, and an unfamiliar wild plant should not be eaten based on its name alone. Avoid gathering plants from polluted or treated areas.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
97.5µg · 81% DV
B12
0.9µg · 38% DV
Biotin
10.5µg · 35% DV
B5
1.05mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
165mg · 24% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
315mg · 9% DV
Sodium
180mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Egg fodan sauté is a traditional Turkish home-style dish made by cooking fodan, a locally gathered edible green, then scrambling or sautéing it with eggs. The name fodan can refer to different greens in different areas, so the exact plant and its flavour may vary by region.
The cooked leaves are tender, with an earthy, savoury taste balanced by the richness of the egg. It is usually served hot with bread, as a simple breakfast or as part of a larger meal. With protein and fibre, it makes a satisfying meat-free option; pair it with yoghurt or a fresh salad, and use a modest amount of oil for a lighter version.
High
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 2
Minimally 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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.65g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.