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Protein-rich breakfast, cooked with margarine
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Egg fried in pan with margarine (60 g) has 123 calories. That works out to 205 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 10.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 12 µg of Biotin covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
123
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.9g
· 14% DV
Fat
10.3g
· 13% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 2% · Protein 22% · Fat 76%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 123 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.3 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.76 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 96 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% |
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) | 60 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 154 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 90 g | 185 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 205 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 308 kcal |
Calculated from 205 calories per 100 g.
To make an egg fried in a pan with margarine, melt a small amount of margarine in a skillet over medium-low heat. Crack in the egg and cook until the white is set, leaving the yolk as runny or firm as you prefer.
Yes, you can fry an egg in margarine instead of oil. Let the margarine melt across the pan before adding the egg, and keep the heat moderate so it does not brown or burn before the egg cooks.
An egg fried in a pan with margarine can stick if the pan is cold, the surface is damaged, or the margarine has not coated the cooking area. Preheat a nonstick pan gently and spread the melted margarine before adding the egg.
An egg fried in a pan with margarine can be part of a balanced meal and provides protein. The margarine adds fat, so using only enough to coat the pan is a practical way to keep the dish from becoming unnecessarily greasy.
To keep the yolk runny in an egg fried in a pan with margarine, cook it over medium-low heat and remove it once the white is set. People who need to avoid undercooked eggs should cook both the white and yolk through.
An egg fried in a pan with margarine goes well with toast, sautéed vegetables, or a simple salad. For a filling breakfast, serve it with whole-grain bread and sliced tomato or avocado.
Yes, you can reheat an egg fried in a pan with margarine if it has been refrigerated promptly in a covered container. Warm it gently in a skillet or microwave until hot throughout, and discard it if it sat out for hours.
Yes, you can make an egg fried in a pan with margarine without flipping it, often called sunny-side up. Covering the pan briefly helps the top of the white cook while the yolk stays visible and can remain runny.
An egg fried in a pan with margarine turns rubbery when it is cooked too long or over high heat. Lower the heat and take the egg off as soon as the white is set for a softer texture.
Yes, you can use butter instead of margarine to fry an egg in a pan. Butter gives the egg a richer dairy flavor and can brown quickly, so cook over moderate heat and watch the pan closely.
Vitamins
Biotin
12µg · 40% DV
B12
0.66µg · 28% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
B5
0.66mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
102mg · 15% DV
Iodine
17µg · 11% DV
Zinc
0.66mg · 6% DV
Sodium
96mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
72mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 123 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 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.
Egg fried in pan with margarine is a simple preparation: an egg cooked in a frying pan with margarine. The yolk can be left runny or cooked through, depending on how long it stays in the pan. It is an everyday way to prepare eggs rather than a dish tied to one particular cuisine.
It works well for breakfast or a quick meal, often served with toast or other bread; a little pepper or fresh herbs can add flavour. It provides protein, with 11.5 g per 100 g, while much of its fat comes from the margarine used for cooking. For a lighter result, use just enough margarine to coat the pan and serve with vegetables.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.58g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.