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High in protein and vitamins, breakfast classic
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Egg with Pepper (120 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 3 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 14.4 µg of Biotin covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Egg with Pepper is a simple Turkish-style dish of eggs cooked with green pepper, commonly made at home for breakfast. The pepper is usually sliced and softened in a pan before the eggs are stirred in, leaving tender, irregular curds rather than a firm omelette.
Its flavour is savoury and mellow, with the pepper adding a fresh, gently sweet note. Serve it hot with bread for breakfast or a quick meal; tomatoes or cheese make easy accompaniments. It is a protein-rich choice, with 8.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter version, soften the pepper with little oil and take the eggs off the heat while they are still soft.
Selected: 100 g
110
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
2.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
8.5g
· 17% DV
Fat
7.5g
· 10% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 30% · Fat 61%
Vitamins
Biotin
12µg · 40% DV
B12
0.7µg · 29% DV
Vitamin C
25mg · 28% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
120mg · 17% DV
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 110 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 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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.6:1).
Egg with Pepper is made by cooking sliced peppers in a little oil until tender, then adding beaten or cracked eggs. Cook gently until the eggs are just set. Stir for soft curds, or leave the eggs mostly intact for a more distinct egg-and-pepper texture.
Green bell peppers or mild frying peppers work well in Egg with Pepper. Use red bell pepper for a sweeter flavor, or add a little chili for heat. If using watery peppers, cook them until their excess moisture has evaporated before adding the eggs.
No, Egg with Pepper is not the same as shakshuka. Egg with Pepper centers on peppers and eggs, while shakshuka is usually cooked in a spiced tomato sauce with eggs set in it. Adding tomatoes to Egg with Pepper makes it more similar, but not identical.
Yes, Egg with Pepper can be baked. Soften the peppers in an oven-safe skillet first, pour in the eggs, and bake until the center is set. Keep an eye on it near the end, since eggs can turn rubbery if left in the oven too long.
Cook the peppers until their released liquid has evaporated before adding eggs. A crowded pan can trap steam, so use a wide skillet or cook in batches. Add tomatoes only after the peppers have softened, and let tomato liquid reduce before adding the eggs.
Yes, cheese can be added to Egg with Pepper. Crumble feta over the eggs near the end of cooking, or scatter a melting cheese on top and cover the pan briefly. Since cheese can be salty, taste the dish before adding extra salt.
Yes, Egg with Pepper can be made with egg whites. Cook the peppers first, then pour in the egg whites and stir gently until set. They cook quickly, so remove the pan from the heat as soon as they are no longer runny.
Egg with Pepper goes well with toast, flatbread, or roasted potatoes. For a lighter plate, serve it with sliced tomatoes, cucumber, or a simple green salad. Bread is especially useful for scooping up the soft eggs and any pepper juices.
You can prepare the peppers for Egg with Pepper ahead of time, but cook the eggs just before serving for the best texture. Soften and refrigerate the peppers, then reheat them in a skillet and add fresh eggs when you are ready to eat.
Leftover Egg with Pepper keeps in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving cooked eggs at room temperature, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.