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Crisp spiral-cut potato fried in oil; relatively high in calories and fat.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Fried spiral potato (150 g) has 435 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 58.5 g of carbs, 5.3 g of protein, 19.5 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of B6 covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
435
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
58.5g
· 21% DV
Protein
5.3g
· 11% DV
Fat
19.5g
· 25% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 5% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 435 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.5 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 375 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 58.5 g | 21% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% |
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) | 150 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 174 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 110 g | 319 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 150 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 150 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 522 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 725 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
A fried spiral potato is commonly called a tornado potato or spiral potato. It is a whole potato cut into a continuous coil, often stretched along a skewer and fried until crisp, then served with seasoning or sauce.
To make a fried spiral potato, cut a potato into a continuous spiral, thread it onto a skewer, and gently spread the slices apart. Fry it until crisp and golden, then drain it and add your preferred seasoning.
You can cut a fried spiral potato without a spiral cutter by securing the potato between two skewers and slicing it at an angle while turning it. Keep the knife from cutting all the way through so the slices stay connected.
A fried spiral potato can break or slip off the skewer if the cuts go too deep, the potato is split, or the slices are not secured along the skewer. Leave the spiral connected and spread it gently before frying.
For an extra-crispy fried spiral potato, cut the slices evenly, pat the surface dry, and avoid crowding the frying pan. Let it drain on a wire rack after frying so steam does not soften the crisp coating.
Firm, elongated potatoes that hold their shape are easiest to use for fried spiral potatoes. A potato with a fairly even surface is also simpler to spiral-cut and thread onto a skewer without breaking.
Salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper are popular seasonings for a fried spiral potato. Add dry seasoning while the potato is still hot so it adheres, or serve dipping sauces on the side.
Yes, you can make a fried spiral potato in an air fryer, though its texture will differ from one deep-fried in oil. Lightly coat the slices with oil, leave space around them, and check that the spiral cooks evenly.
Store leftover fried spiral potato in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in an oven or air fryer to bring back some crispness; a microwave tends to make it soft.
The fried spiral potato is widely associated with street-food stalls and fairs, where vendors serve the spiral on a skewer. It is also known as a tornado potato, a name especially familiar from Korean-style street food.
Vitamins
B6
0.38mg · 22% DV
B3
2.7mg · 17% DV
Vitamin C
12mg · 13% DV
Vitamin E
1.8mg · 12% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
675mg · 20% DV
Sodium
375mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
113mg · 16% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 435 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 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.
A fried spiral potato is made by slicing a whole potato into a thin coil, often around a skewer, then frying it until crisp. It is a familiar street-food and fairground snack in many places, rather than a dish with one clear point of origin. Vendors may finish it with salt, spices or sauces, and it is usually served hot so the edges stay crunchy while the centre remains tender.
It works as a casual snack on its own or alongside other festival and street-food favourites. Although potato provides some fibre, frying gives it a relatively high calorie and fat content: a 100 g portion has 290 calories. For a lighter version at home, bake the spiral with a little oil and use herbs or spices for flavour instead of a heavy sauce.
Low
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Low
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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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ 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
3.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
5.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.