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Protein and vitamin-rich traditional breakfast dish flavored with Sakarca herb.
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Eggs with Sakarca herb (120 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 140 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 11.8 g of protein, 12.1 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 26.4 µg of Biotin covers 88% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
168
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
2.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
11.8g
· 24% DV
Fat
12.1g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 28% · Fat 66%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.1 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 3.48 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 168 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% |
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) | 120 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 126 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 160 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 280 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 336 kcal |
Calculated from 140 calories per 100 g.
Eggs with Sakarca herb is a traditional Turkish dish made by cooking the local wild green with eggs. It is especially associated with the Black Sea region and is commonly served hot as a simple meal.
Eggs with Sakarca herb is made by cooking the cleaned greens until tender, then adding eggs and cooking until set. You can sauté the greens in a little oil first, then stir in beaten eggs or crack them directly into the pan.
Boiling Sakarca before making Eggs with Sakarca herb is a common preparation, though recipes vary. Briefly cooking the greens first softens them; drain them well before adding to the pan so the eggs do not turn watery.
Sakarca gives Eggs with Sakarca herb a mild, leafy, slightly earthy flavor that pairs well with the richness of eggs. If the greens taste bitter, boiling and draining them before sautéing can mellow the flavor.
Sakarca is eaten as a traditional wild green when correctly identified and prepared. Because wild plants can be confused with unsafe lookalikes, use greens from a trusted supplier or have a knowledgeable local expert identify them.
Eggs with Sakarca herb is associated with Turkey’s Black Sea region, where Sakarca is gathered and cooked in local home recipes. It is often served as a warm, rustic dish rather than a restaurant-style plated meal.
Yes, spinach can stand in for Sakarca in Eggs with Sakarca herb, but the result will not have the same regional flavor. Cook the spinach until just wilted and drain excess liquid before adding the eggs.
Yes, frozen Sakarca can work in Eggs with Sakarca herb. Thaw the greens and squeeze or drain away excess water before cooking them in the pan, then add the eggs as usual.
Store leftover Eggs with Sakarca herb in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it soon. Do not leave the egg dish at room temperature for an extended time, and reheat leftovers thoroughly before serving.
Eggs with Sakarca herb goes well with bread and simple breakfast sides such as tomatoes or olives. In Turkey it can be served hot with tea, or eaten on its own as a light meal.
Vitamins
Biotin
26.4µg · 88% DV
B12
1.32µg · 55% DV
Vitamin K
57.6µg · 48% DV
B2
0.38mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
174mg · 25% DV
Iodine
29µg · 19% DV
Zinc
1.32mg · 12% DV
Sodium
168mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Eggs with Sakarca herb is a home-style dish from Turkey’s Black Sea region, made by cooking the local wild green Sakarca with eggs. The greens are softened in a pan before the eggs are added, creating a tender, lightly earthy dish with the richness of egg. In its region of origin, it is commonly eaten warm for breakfast, often with bread and tea; elsewhere, it makes a simple brunch or light meal. It provides protein as well as vitamins, with 9.8 g of protein per 100 g. Use a modest amount of cooking oil and serve with fresh greens for a lighter plate.
High
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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
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2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
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Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.48g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.