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Soft yellow scrambled eggs are mixed with small golden-brown pieces of rendered tail fat and served on a plain plate.
●Low GI

Eggs with tail fat Calories

High-protein traditional egg dish enriched with tail fat

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

250kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

120mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

2 piece (medium) of Eggs with tail fat (120 g) has 300 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.4 g of carbs, 13.8 g of protein, 27 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Biotin covers 72% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Eggs with tail fat Nutrition Facts

Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 120 g

300

KCAL / 120G

Carbs

1.4g

· 1% DV

Protein

13.8g

· 28% DV

Fat

27g

· 35% 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 18% · Fat 80%

Eggs with tail fat nutrition facts table · 2 piece (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories300 kcal
Total fat27 g35%
Saturated fat11.4 g57%
Trans fat0.12 g
Sodium144 mg6%
Total carbohydrate1.4 g1%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein13.8 g28%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Eggs with tail fat?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)80 g200 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g150 kcal
100 g100 g250 kcal
1 serving (medium)100 g250 kcal
1 piece (large)100 g250 kcal
2 piece (medium)120 g300 kcal
1 serving (large)150 g375 kcal
3 piece (large)180 g450 kcal

Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Eggs with tail fat

What are eggs with tail fat?

Eggs with tail fat are eggs cooked in fat from a sheep’s tail, a traditional ingredient in parts of Turkey. The fat is melted in a pan first, and the eggs cook in the rendered fat, often alongside the crisped pieces.

How do you cook eggs with tail fat?

To cook eggs with tail fat, cut the fat into small pieces and warm it gently in a pan until it renders. Crack in the eggs and cook them to your preferred doneness; keep the heat moderate so the fat does not burn.

What does tail fat taste like in eggs with tail fat?

Tail fat gives eggs with tail fat a rich, savory, distinctly lamb-like aroma. Its flavor is stronger than neutral cooking oil, so a small amount can noticeably change the taste of the eggs.

Can you use lamb fat instead of tail fat for eggs with tail fat?

Yes, rendered lamb fat can stand in for tail fat when making eggs with tail fat, though the flavor may differ. Butter or olive oil will also cook the eggs, but neither reproduces the traditional lamb-fat aroma.

How can you keep eggs with tail fat from getting too greasy?

Use only enough tail fat to coat the pan, and pour off excess rendered fat before adding the eggs. Tail fat releases oil as it melts, so starting with too much can leave the finished eggs greasy.

Why does the tail fat smoke when making eggs with tail fat?

Tail fat can smoke if it is heated too quickly or left over high heat after rendering. Melt it gently, and add the eggs once the fat is liquid; smoking fat can taste burnt and leave a stronger smell.

What can you serve with eggs with tail fat?

Serve eggs with tail fat with bread and fresh, crisp sides such as tomatoes, cucumbers, or herbs. Their freshness balances the rich flavor, while bread is useful for soaking up the rendered fat.

Can you add vegetables to eggs with tail fat?

Yes, onions, peppers, or tomatoes can be added to eggs with tail fat. Cook firmer vegetables in the rendered fat first, then add the eggs; tomatoes release moisture and make the dish softer.

How should you store leftover eggs with tail fat?

Refrigerate leftover eggs with tail fat promptly in a covered container rather than leaving them out. Reheat them gently in a pan; prolonged heating can make the eggs rubbery and cause more of the fat to separate.

Are eggs with tail fat healthy to eat regularly?

Eggs with tail fat provide protein, but tail fat is rich in saturated fat, so this is best treated as an occasional, rich dish rather than an everyday staple. Pairing a moderate portion with vegetables makes a more balanced meal.

Eggs with tail fat Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

21.6µg · 72% DV

B12

1.56µg · 65% DV

B2

0.42mg · 32% DV

B5

1.56mg · 31% DV

Minerals

Selenium

34µg · 62% DV

Phosphorus

204mg · 29% DV

Iodine

30µg · 20% DV

Zinc

1.44mg · 13% DV

Sodium

144mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

144mg · 4% DV

Eggs with tail fat Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Eggs with tail fat

To burn the 300 calories in 2 piece (medium) (120 g):

🚶

74min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

31min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

41min

Cycling

🏊

35min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Eggs with tail fat?

Eggs with tail fat is a traditional Turkish home-style dish: eggs cooked in rendered sheep’s tail fat, a cooking fat used in several regional cuisines. The fat is warmed in a pan until it melts and sizzles, then the eggs are added; they may be left with runny yolks or cooked through.

The result is rich and savoury, with a distinctive, meaty aroma from the fat. In Turkey it can be served hot at breakfast or as a quick meal, with bread for dipping; elsewhere, it makes a hearty brunch or supper. It provides protein, but is also high in fat. Use a smaller amount of tail fat and serve it with tomatoes, peppers or a fresh salad for a lighter plate.

How Nutritious Is Eggs with tail fat?

Nutrient density

High

68/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

32/ 100

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.

Is Eggs with tail fat Processed?

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.

Does Eggs with tail fat Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Eggs with tail fat Good For?

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

Eggs with tail fat Fat Profile

SATURATED

11.4g

MONOUNSATURATED

11.76g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.4g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 6.8:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (6.8:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.