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Protein-rich egg dish with increased calories and fat from frying oil, flavored with fenugreek.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Fried eggs with fenugreek (120 g) has 246 calories. That works out to 205 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.4 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 19.8 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 24 µg of Biotin covers 80% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
246
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
2.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
16.2g
· 32% DV
Fat
19.8g
· 25% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 4% · Protein 26% · Fat 70%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 246 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.8 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 5.04 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 174 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% |
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 serving (medium) | 120 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 15 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 123 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 205 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 246 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 180 g | 369 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 369 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 240 g | 492 kcal |
Calculated from 205 calories per 100 g.
Fried eggs with fenugreek are made by briefly warming the fenugreek in a little oil, then adding the eggs and frying them to your preferred doneness. Keep the heat moderate so the spice releases its aroma without burning.
Fried eggs with fenugreek typically contain eggs, fenugreek, and oil or another cooking fat. Some versions use a seasoned fenugreek paste with garlic or other spices, so taste the mixture before adding salt.
Yes, you can make fried eggs with fenugreek using Turkish pastırma çemen, a seasoned fenugreek paste traditionally used on pastırma. It can be strongly flavored and salty, so start with a small amount and adjust the seasoning after tasting.
Fried eggs with fenugreek can use either, but the flavor differs. Ground fenugreek gives a more direct, concentrated taste, while whole seeds are crunchier and can turn bitter if over-toasted; use a small amount and warm them gently.
No, fried eggs with fenugreek are not the same as menemen. The eggs are usually fried whole and seasoned with fenugreek, whereas menemen is cooked with tomatoes and peppers, with the eggs stirred into the vegetables.
Fried eggs with fenugreek go well with bread, fresh tomatoes, cucumber, olives, or a simple salad. These sides complement the spice without competing with it; if the fenugreek paste is salty, choose less salty accompaniments.
Yes, fried eggs with fenugreek can be made with fresh fenugreek leaves, though the result is different from using fenugreek seeds or paste. Chop the leaves and cook them briefly before adding the eggs so their raw, leafy taste softens.
To keep the yolk runny in fried eggs with fenugreek, cook the eggs over moderate heat and avoid breaking the yolks. Remove the pan once the whites are set; warming the fenugreek briefly before adding eggs helps keep the spice from burning.
Fried eggs with fenugreek can taste bitter if the fenugreek is burned or used too generously. Warm it briefly over moderate heat, and add more only after tasting; toasted whole seeds and ground fenugreek can both become harsh when overcooked.
Yes, you can refrigerate leftover fried eggs with fenugreek in a covered container and reheat them soon afterward. Warm them gently in a pan; the texture will be firmer, and a yolk that was runny will not stay runny.
Vitamins
Biotin
24µg · 80% DV
B12
1.68µg · 70% DV
B2
0.42mg · 32% DV
B5
1.44mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Selenium
29µg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
228mg · 33% DV
Iodine
42µg · 28% DV
Iron
2.16mg · 12% DV
Sodium
174mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Fried eggs with fenugreek are eggs cooked in a pan and seasoned with fenugreek, a pungent, warmly aromatic ingredient used in cuisines across the Middle East and South Asia. The name can also refer to a Turkish-style preparation using çemen, a fenugreek-based seasoning mix. It is a simple, adaptable egg dish rather than a single fixed recipe.
Serve it hot, with the yolks left runny or cooked through, alongside bread and fresh vegetables. It fits breakfast well, and can also make a quick lunch with salad. Eggs provide protein, while the frying oil adds much of the dish’s fat and calories. Use just enough oil to coat the pan for a lighter result, and pair the eggs with tomatoes or leafy 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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.