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Tiny, protein-rich eggs fried in olive oil, nutrient dense
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Fried quail eggs in olive oil (60 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 7.7 g of protein, 8.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 60 g
108
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
7.7g
· 15% DV
Fat
8.5g
· 11% 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 3% · Protein 28% · Fat 69%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.5 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.86 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 60 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 12 g | 22 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 36 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 108 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 96 g | 173 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 2 serving (large) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Fried quail eggs in olive oil are made by cracking the eggs out of their shells into gently heated oil. Cook until the whites are set, watching closely because the eggs are small and cook quickly. Avoid heating the oil until it smokes.
Yes, remove the shells before frying quail eggs in olive oil. Crack each egg into the pan or a small bowl; frying them in their shells makes them difficult to eat and does not cook the contents evenly.
Fried quail eggs in olive oil are much smaller than fried chicken eggs, with a slightly richer taste and a convenient bite-sized shape. They cook faster, so keep an eye on them and remove them once the whites are set.
Fried quail eggs in olive oil often stick when the pan is cold, the surface is worn, or the eggs are moved before their whites have set. Warm the pan gently, add the oil, and let the cooked edges release before lifting them.
Fried quail eggs in olive oil pair well with toast, tomatoes, leafy greens, or roasted vegetables. Their small size also makes them a useful addition to a brunch plate or salad; choose simple sides that let the eggs’ flavor come through.
Yes, fried quail eggs in olive oil can have runny yolks if that is your preference. The eggs will not be fully cooked, though, so people at higher risk from foodborne illness should choose eggs cooked until both the whites and yolks are firm.
Yes, you can cook quail eggs in an air fryer, but crack them into a small heatproof dish rather than placing shelled eggs directly in the basket. Add a little olive oil and watch closely, since the eggs cook quickly and air fryers vary.
Store leftover fried quail eggs in olive oil in a covered container in the refrigerator as soon as they have cooled. Eat them soon for the best texture, and reheat until hot throughout; cooked eggs can become rubbery if reheated for too long.
Freezing fried quail eggs in olive oil is not recommended. Their whites can turn tough and rubbery and the yolks may become crumbly after thawing, so it is better to fry only what you plan to eat and refrigerate any leftovers briefly.
Fried quail eggs in olive oil are not automatically healthier than fried chicken eggs. Both are eggs, and the cooking oil and portion matter; quail eggs are mainly different in size and flavor, rather than being a guaranteed nutritional upgrade.
Vitamins
B12
0.96µg · 40% DV
B2
0.48mg · 37% DV
Biotin
9.6µg · 32% DV
B5
0.9mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
132mg · 19% DV
Iron
2.28mg · 13% DV
Zinc
0.96mg · 9% DV
Sodium
84mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Fried quail eggs in olive oil are small quail eggs cooked in a pan with olive oil, usually after shelling. The name describes a simple preparation rather than a single regional recipe. They cook quickly and can be left with soft yolks or fried until set.
Serve them warm at breakfast with toast, tomatoes or greens, or offer them as a small appetiser alongside other dishes. Their small size makes them easy to share, while their protein and fat make them more substantial than their appearance suggests; they are low in carbohydrates. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of oil and pair them with fresh vegetables.
Very 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
— 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
SATURATED
1.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.56g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.