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Crispy outside, soft inside bread fried in oil.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Fried bread with oil (40 g) has 140 calories. That works out to 350 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.2 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 1 mg of Vitamin E covers 7% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 40 g
140
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
15.2g
· 6% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% 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 42% · Protein 8% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 172 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.2 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
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 slice (medium) | 40 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 60 g | 210 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 80 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 280 kcal |
| 1 slice (double) | 80 g | 280 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 350 kcal |
Calculated from 350 calories per 100 g.
Fried bread with oil is made by cooking bread slices in a lightly oiled, preheated pan until both sides are golden and crisp. Use a moderate amount of oil and cook in batches so the slices brown instead of steam.
A sturdy loaf, sourdough, or sandwich bread works well for fried bread with oil. Medium-thick slices hold their shape and keep a soft centre; very thin slices can turn brittle before they brown evenly.
Fried bread with oil turns soggy when the pan is not hot enough, too much oil is used, or the slices are crowded. Preheat the pan, fry in a single layer, and let the slices drain briefly on a rack or paper towel.
Yes, slightly stale bread is a good choice for fried bread with oil because it holds together in the pan. If the slices are very dry, a light brushing of water before frying can help keep the middle from becoming hard.
No, fried bread with oil is cooked in a pan with oil, while toast is usually browned with dry heat. Fried bread therefore has a richer, crisp-fried surface rather than the drier texture of toast.
Fried bread with oil pairs well with eggs, beans, grilled tomatoes, or a savoury breakfast spread. It can also be served alongside soup or a stew to soak up the juices; serve it soon after frying for the best texture.
Yes, olive oil works for fried bread with oil, especially when you want its flavour in the finished slices. Heat it over moderate heat rather than letting it smoke; a neutral cooking oil gives a less pronounced taste.
To keep fried bread with oil crispy, avoid stacking the slices or covering them while hot. Place them in a single layer on a wire rack after frying, since trapped steam softens the crust.
Yes, you can reheat fried bread with oil in a dry skillet or toaster oven to bring back some crispness. Avoid the microwave, which tends to make the bread soft and chewy.
Yes, fried bread with oil can be made in an air fryer by lightly brushing the slices with oil and arranging them in one layer. Check them as they cook, since thickness and appliance settings affect how quickly they brown.
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1mg · 7% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
Vitamin K
7.2µg · 6% DV
B3
0.6mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Sodium
172mg · 7% DV
Selenium
4µg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Iron
0.88mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 140 calories in 1 slice (medium) (40 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.
Fried bread with oil is a simple preparation of bread slices cooked in a pan with oil, often an easy way to use up bread that is no longer fresh. It is not tied to one specific region; versions of pan-fried bread are made in home kitchens in Turkey and elsewhere.
The outside turns crisp while the centre stays soft. It can be served at breakfast or brunch with eggs, cheese or olives, or alongside a savoury meal. Bread supplies most of its carbohydrates, while the frying oil adds fat and energy; it provides about 350 kcal per 100 g. For a less oily result, use just enough oil to coat the pan and blot the slices after frying.
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
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 25:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (25:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.