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Provides protein and vitamin C; frying increases fat content.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese (120 g) has 202 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.2 g of carbs, 8.9 g of protein, 14.5 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 69.6 mg of Vitamin C covers 77% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
202
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
8.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
8.9g
· 18% DV
Fat
14.5g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 16% · Protein 18% · Fat 66%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 202 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.5 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.08 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% |
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) | 120 g | 202 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 101 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 118 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 420 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 360 g | 605 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
To make fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese, fry deseeded red peppers until tender, then let them cool. Mix the curd cheese with chopped herbs and seasoning, spoon the filling into the peppers, and serve warm or chilled.
Large, fleshy peppers work best for fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese because they are easier to fill and less likely to tear. Choose peppers with firm skins and a shape that can hold the cheese mixture.
Yes, you can bake the peppers for a lighter take on fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese. Cook them until tender, cool them, and then add the filling. Baking softens the peppers but will not give them the same fried surface.
No, peeling is not necessary for fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese. The skin helps the pepper hold its shape while frying and filling; remove it only if you prefer a softer texture or find the skin difficult to digest.
To keep fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese from leaking, let the cooked peppers cool before filling them and drain any excess liquid from the curd cheese. Avoid overfilling, and leave the pepper opening clear.
Yes, you can prepare fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese ahead. Keep the cooked peppers and seasoned cheese filling in separate covered containers in the refrigerator, then fill the peppers closer to serving so they do not turn soggy.
Fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese can be served warm or cold. Let the peppers cool before adding the filling; serve them chilled as an appetizer or let them come closer to room temperature for a softer, more aromatic filling.
Parsley, dill, and mint all work well in fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese. Chop the herbs finely and fold them into the curd cheese; add black pepper or chili flakes if you want a more pronounced savory flavor.
Leftover fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese keeps for about two days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Chill it promptly after serving, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended period.
Serve fried red pepper stuffed with curd cheese with a fresh salad, crusty bread, or plain rice. For a mezze-style spread, pair it with other vegetables and dips rather than another rich, fried dish.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
69.6mg · 77% DV
Vitamin A
192µg · 21% DV
B12
0.42µg · 18% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
158mg · 23% DV
Calcium
142mg · 14% DV
Sodium
306mg · 13% DV
Selenium
6.24µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
282mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 202 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 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 red pepper stuffed with curd cheese combines sweet red pepper with a mild, fresh cheese filling. Curd cheese is soft and slightly crumbly, so the filling contrasts nicely with the tender pepper and its lightly browned, richer-tasting skin. It is a simple home-style preparation rather than a dish with one clearly defined regional origin.
Serve it warm or at room temperature as a starter or side, with bread, salad or other small dishes; it also works well on a brunch table. The cheese contributes protein and the pepper provides vitamin C, while frying adds fat. For a lighter version, use less oil or roast the peppers and warm the filling inside.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 38:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (38:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.