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Energy-dense sandwich made with fried bread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fried bread sandwich (140 g) has 437 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 39.8 g of carbs, 13.7 g of protein, 24.6 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 25.2 µg of Selenium covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
437
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
39.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
13.7g
· 27% DV
Fat
24.6g
· 32% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 13% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 437 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24.6 g | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 5.74 g | 29% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 680 mg | 30% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% |
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) | 140 g | 437 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 70 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 281 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 serving (thin) | 120 g | 374 kcal |
| 1 serving (thick) | 180 g | 562 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 686 kcal |
| 1 pack (double) | 250 g | 780 kcal |
Calculated from 312 calories per 100 g.
A fried bread sandwich is made by frying bread slices in a little oil, then filling them with your chosen ingredients. Fry the bread until golden, drain excess oil, and assemble the sandwich while the bread is still warm.
A fried bread sandwich can hold cheese, egg, cooked meat, or vegetables. Choose fillings that are not too wet, since juicy tomatoes or generous amounts of sauce can soften the fried bread before you eat it.
Sturdy, evenly sliced bread works best for a fried bread sandwich because it holds its shape in the pan and around the filling. Very thin slices can tear, while dense bread is less likely to become soggy quickly.
Keep a fried bread sandwich crisp by draining the fried bread and using moist fillings sparingly. Add sauces just before serving, or serve them on the side; assembling the sandwich too early lets moisture soak into the bread.
Yes, you can make a fried bread sandwich in an air fryer, although the texture will differ from bread fried in a pan. Lightly brush the bread with oil and cook until crisp, keeping an eye on it so the edges do not dry out.
No, a fried bread sandwich is not necessarily a grilled cheese. The bread in a fried bread sandwich is fried and can hold many kinds of fillings; grilled cheese specifically centers on cheese melted between bread as it cooks.
You can prepare the fillings for a fried bread sandwich ahead, but it is best to fry and assemble the bread close to serving. Making the whole sandwich early can leave the bread soft, especially when the filling contains vegetables or sauce.
Store leftover fried bread sandwich in a covered container in the refrigerator rather than leaving it out. The bread will lose some crispness, and wet fillings can make it soggy, so keep fillings separate when possible and eat leftovers soon.
Reheat a fried bread sandwich in a skillet or oven to help the bread regain some crispness. A microwave heats it quickly but tends to soften the crust. Heat it through without leaving the bread in the pan long enough to burn.
Serve a fried bread sandwich with a fresh salad, sliced vegetables, or a light soup to balance its crisp, rich bread. If the filling is already substantial, simple greens or cucumber and tomato are enough alongside it.
Vitamins
B1
0.34mg · 28% DV
Biotin
8.4µg · 28% DV
B3
4.34mg · 27% DV
B2
0.27mg · 21% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Phosphorus
218mg · 31% DV
Sodium
680mg · 30% DV
Manganese
0.48mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
235mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 437 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 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.
A fried bread sandwich is made by pan-frying slices of bread and adding a filling between them, or on top. It has no single regional recipe: it is an adaptable home or café-style meal, with fillings that might include cheese, egg, vegetables or leftovers, depending on the cook.
It is usually served warm, as a quick breakfast, lunch or snack. The bread is crisp and browned outside, while the middle stays soft around the filling. Since the bread is fried, this is a fairly energy-dense sandwich; it provides 312 kcal per 100 g. Use a little oil and add fresh vegetables or salad on the side for a lighter meal.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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 3
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.74g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.94g
POLYUNSATURATED
6.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 84:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (84:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.