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Fried green pepper is made by frying fresh green peppers in vegetable or olive oil. It contains vitamin C and fiber, with increased calories and fat due to frying.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Fried green pepper (80 g) has 88 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 6 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 6.4 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 52 mg of Vitamin C covers 58% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Fried green pepper is made by cooking fresh green peppers in a pan with oil, often left whole with their stems on. As they fry, the skins soften and wrinkle, developing browned, blistered patches while the flesh turns tender and juicy. The flavour is gently grassy, with a sweeter note as the peppers cook.
In Turkey, they’re commonly served at breakfast alongside cheese, tomatoes or eggs, and can also accompany a main meal or form part of a meze spread. They bring fibre and vitamin C, while the frying oil adds fat and makes them more calorie-dense than fresh peppers. For a lighter result, use just enough oil to coat the pan and drain the peppers briefly after cooking.
Selected: 100 g
110
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
7.5g
· 3% DV
Protein
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 28% · Protein 4% · Fat 68%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
65mg · 72% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Vitamin A
95µg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
1.5mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
160mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
14mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
20mg · 3% DV
Medium
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 110 calories in 100 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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ 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
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40:1).
Fried green pepper does not need breading; simply cook whole or sliced peppers in a lightly oiled pan. Turn them as the skins blister and the flesh softens, then drain off excess oil before serving.
Fry green pepper until it is tender and its skin has blistered and browned in spots. The timing varies with the pepper’s thickness and the heat, so turn it occasionally and judge by its softened texture rather than relying on a fixed time.
No, you do not need to remove the seeds before frying green pepper. Leaving them in keeps preparation simple; remove the seeds afterward if you prefer a milder bite or want to serve the pepper in strips.
Yes, green bell peppers can be used for fried green pepper, though their thick walls take longer to soften than slender frying peppers. Slice them into strips or cook them until tender, turning them so the surfaces brown evenly.
Yes, you can cook green pepper in a dry nonstick pan, although it will char and soften rather than have the glossy, oil-fried finish. Turn the pepper frequently and lower the heat if the skin darkens before the flesh softens.
To keep fried green pepper from getting soggy, dry the peppers thoroughly before cooking and avoid crowding the pan. Drain cooked peppers on a rack or paper towel, and serve them soon instead of covering them while they are hot.
Yes, fried green pepper can be frozen in an airtight freezer-safe container once completely cool. Its texture will be softer after thawing, so it works better in cooked dishes than as a crisp side; reheat it straight from frozen in a pan.
Yes, the skin of fried green pepper is edible and usually softens as it cooks. If blistered skin feels tough or you dislike its texture, let the peppers steam briefly in a covered container and peel them before eating.
Fried green peppers are only spicy if the variety used is hot. Mild frying peppers and green bell peppers bring little or no heat, while hot green chilies stay spicy after cooking; check the pepper before serving if heat matters.
Fried green pepper pairs well with grilled meat, eggs, rice, beans, and dips such as yogurt sauce. Its browned, savory flavor also works in sandwiches; drain the peppers first so their oil does not make the bread soggy.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.