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High in protein, rich in animal fat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Egg fried with tail fat (65 g) has 166 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 8.8 g of protein, 14.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 13 µg of Biotin covers 43% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 65 g
166
KCAL / 65G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
8.8g
· 18% DV
Fat
14.2g
· 18% 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 21% · Fat 77%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 166 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.2 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.94 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.13 g | |
| Sodium | 91 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% |
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) | 65 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 230 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 130 g | 332 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 357 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 195 g | 497 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Melt a small amount of tail fat gently in a pan, then crack in the egg and cook until the white is set. Keep the heat moderate so the fat does not burn before the egg is ready.
Egg fried with tail fat has a rich, savory flavor with a distinctive lamb-fat aroma. The taste is stronger than an egg fried in neutral oil, so a little salt, pepper, or fresh herbs can be enough seasoning.
Yes, rendered tail fat works well for egg fried with tail fat. Warm it gently until liquid, then add the egg; strain out any browned solid pieces if you want a cleaner flavor.
The fat has a naturally distinctive aroma, which can become sharper if it is overheated or starts to smoke. Melt it over moderate heat and use fresh, properly stored fat for a milder result.
Yes, you can use another cooking fat, but the dish will no longer have its characteristic tail-fat flavor. Beef tallow gives a similarly rich result, while butter or olive oil tastes quite different.
Let the tail fat melt and coat the pan before adding the egg. A well-seasoned cast-iron or nonstick pan helps, and leaving the egg undisturbed until the white sets makes it easier to lift.
A nonstick or well-seasoned cast-iron pan works well for egg fried with tail fat. Use moderate heat: a very hot pan can scorch the fat and give the egg a bitter, smoky taste.
Serve egg fried with tail fat with crusty bread, tomatoes, or fresh herbs. These simple sides complement its savory richness; a sharp or fresh accompaniment can keep the meal from feeling overly heavy.
Yes, if you are comfortable with runny eggs and the eggs have been handled safely. Cook the white until set, and choose fully cooked yolks for people at higher risk from foodborne illness.
Refrigerate leftover egg fried with tail fat promptly in a covered container and eat it soon. Reheat it thoroughly in a pan, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended time.
Vitamins
Biotin
13µg · 43% DV
B12
0.72µg · 30% DV
B2
0.29mg · 22% DV
B5
0.91mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
133mg · 19% DV
Iodine
16µg · 11% DV
Zinc
0.85mg · 8% DV
Sodium
91mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
94mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 166 calories in 1 piece (medium) (65 g):
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Egg fried with tail fat is made by cooking an egg in rendered fat from a sheep’s tail. Tail fat is used in parts of Turkish and neighbouring cuisines, and this is a straightforward way to bring its distinctive flavour to the pan.
The egg tastes rich and savoury, with edges that can turn crisp where they meet the hot fat. It is usually served hot, often with bread as part of a Turkish-style breakfast or a simple meal. It provides protein, while much of its richness comes from animal fat. For a lighter plate, use just a little tail fat and serve it with fresh tomatoes or greens.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.94g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.37g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.