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High protein, low carb
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Eggs cooked with ghee (110 g) has 216 calories. That works out to 196 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 14.5 g of protein, 16.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 22 µg of Biotin covers 73% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 110 g
216
KCAL / 110G
Carbs
1.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
14.5g
· 29% DV
Fat
16.7g
· 21% 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 27% · Fat 71%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 216 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.7 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 5.72 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 154 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 110 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 70 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 196 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 135 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 274 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 165 g | 323 kcal |
Calculated from 196 calories per 100 g.
Yes, ghee works well for frying eggs because it handles cooking heat better than ordinary butter. Warm a small amount in the pan over medium heat, add the eggs, and lower the heat if the edges brown before the whites set.
Yes, eggs cooked with ghee have a richer, slightly nutty taste. Ghee has had most of its water and milk solids removed, so it tastes more concentrated than butter and is less likely to develop a burnt-milk flavor in the pan.
Eggs cooked with ghee can stick if the pan is too cool, the surface is worn, or you try to move the egg before its underside sets. Preheat the pan, spread the ghee evenly, and let the egg release before flipping.
Use low to medium heat for eggs cooked with ghee. Ghee tolerates higher heat than butter, but eggs can still turn rubbery or brown too quickly when cooked hot; gentler heat gives the whites time to set while keeping the yolk tender.
Yes, ghee works for scrambled eggs as well as fried eggs. Melt it over low heat, add the beaten eggs, and stir gently; take the pan off the heat while the curds are still slightly glossy because they continue cooking.
Not automatically. Ghee has less water and milk solids than butter, but both add saturated fat to the meal; the difference in cooking fat alone does not make eggs cooked with ghee a healthier choice.
Eggs cooked with ghee keep for about three to four days in a refrigerator once cooled and stored in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers promptly, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
You can freeze eggs cooked with ghee, but the whites often turn watery or rubbery after thawing. For better texture, cook them fresh; if you do freeze leftovers, thaw them in the refrigerator and reheat gently.
Serve eggs cooked with ghee with toast, sautéed greens, tomatoes, or roasted vegetables. Their rich flavor pairs well with fresh or acidic sides, such as sliced tomato, which balance the buttery taste.
Yes, eggs cooked with ghee can fit a keto breakfast because the dish is low in carbohydrates. Keep additions in mind: toast, sweet sauces, or starchy sides add carbohydrates that may change the meal’s fit.
Vitamins
Biotin
22µg · 73% DV
B12
1.21µg · 50% DV
B2
0.5mg · 38% DV
B5
1.65mg · 33% DV
Minerals
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Phosphorus
218mg · 31% DV
Iodine
26µg · 17% DV
Zinc
1.43mg · 13% DV
Sodium
154mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
152mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 216 calories in 2 piece (medium) (110 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.
Eggs cooked with ghee are prepared in a pan with clarified butter, which lends the eggs a rich, gently nutty aroma. They can be fried whole or scrambled, with the yolks cooked to suit your preference.
They make a quick breakfast in South Asian kitchens, often served with flatbread, and are also easy to pair with toast or vegetables for a simple meal elsewhere. The dish is high in protein and low in carbohydrates: per 100 g, it provides 13.2 g of protein and 1.1 g of carbs. For a lighter plate, use just enough ghee to coat the pan and serve the eggs with fresh vegetables or greens.
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
✓ 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
5.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.71g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.76g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.