Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
🫑
Milk-fried peppers Calories
Peppers pan-fried with milk and oil
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Milk-fried peppers (150 g) has 158 calories. That works out to 105 calories per 100 g. It contains 11 g of carbs, 3.6 g of protein, 11.6 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 78 mg of Vitamin C covers 87% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Milk-fried peppers Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
158
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
11g
· 4% DV
Protein
3.6g
· 7% DV
Fat
11.6g
· 15% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 27% · Protein 9% · Fat 64%
Milk-fried peppers nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 158 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.6 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 1.77 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Milk-fried peppers?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 19 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 36 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 74 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 120 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 231 kcal |
Calculated from 105 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Milk-fried peppers
What are milk-fried peppers?
Milk-fried peppers are peppers cooked in a pan with oil and milk, a simple Turkish home-style dish. The milk softens the peppers and cooks down into a mild, creamy coating.
How do you make milk-fried peppers?
To make milk-fried peppers, cook sliced peppers in a little oil until they begin to soften, then add milk. Simmer gently until the peppers are tender and the milk has reduced to a light sauce.
Which peppers work best for milk-fried peppers?
Mild green peppers, such as long frying peppers or banana peppers, work well in milk-fried peppers. They soften quickly and let the creamy milk flavor come through; use hot peppers if you prefer a spicy dish.
Why is milk added to milk-fried peppers?
Milk gives milk-fried peppers their distinctive soft texture and creamy pan sauce. It is added after the peppers have started cooking so they can first take on the flavor of the oil.
Does the milk curdle in milk-fried peppers?
The milk usually stays smooth in milk-fried peppers when it is fresh and the dish is simmered gently. Avoid a hard boil, which can make the milk separate or turn grainy.
What can you serve with milk-fried peppers?
Serve milk-fried peppers with crusty bread, rice, or a simple grain dish to soak up the creamy sauce. They also work as a side alongside grilled foods or as part of a larger spread.
Can you add garlic or spices to milk-fried peppers?
Yes, garlic, black pepper, or a pinch of paprika can flavor milk-fried peppers without overpowering them. Add garlic while the peppers cook, and use hot pepper sparingly if you want the milk sauce to remain mild.
How long do milk-fried peppers keep in the fridge?
Milk-fried peppers keep for about 2 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Because the dish contains milk, refrigerate leftovers promptly rather than leaving them at room temperature.
Can you reheat milk-fried peppers?
Yes, reheat milk-fried peppers gently in a pan over low heat, stirring so the sauce warms evenly. If the sauce has thickened in the fridge, loosen it with a small splash of milk.
Can you make milk-fried peppers with less oil?
Yes, use a nonstick pan and just enough oil to keep the peppers from sticking. A splash of water can help them soften before you add the milk, so they do not need to be fried in a large amount of oil.
Milk-fried peppers Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
78mg · 87% DV
B6
0.36mg · 21% DV
Vitamin E
2.13mg · 14% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
86mg · 12% DV
Calcium
105mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
347mg · 10% DV
Sodium
38mg · 2% DV
Milk-fried peppers Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Milk-fried peppers
To burn the 158 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Milk-fried peppers?
Milk-fried peppers are a simple Turkish home-style dish, made by frying peppers in oil and then cooking them with milk until tender. The milk reduces in the pan and coats the peppers in a soft, lightly creamy sauce; the flavour varies with the kind of pepper used, from mild and sweet to more pungent.
In Turkey, they may be served warm at breakfast, alongside tea, or as part of a meal with bread. They also work well as a vegetable side rather than a main dish. The oil gives the dish much of its richness, while the peppers contribute fibre; a 100 g portion has 2.1 g. Use a little less oil for a lighter panful, or serve it with plain yogurt and bread.
How Nutritious Is Milk-fried peppers?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Milk-fried peppers Processed?
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.
Does Milk-fried peppers Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Milk-fried peppers Good For?
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
Milk-fried peppers Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.77g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.97g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 63.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (63.3:1).
Compare Milk-fried peppers
Foods Similar to Milk-fried peppers
Have another question about Milk-fried peppers?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.