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High-quality protein and choline
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Pan-fried egg without butter (50 g) has 72 calories. That works out to 143 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 g of carbs, 6.3 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 10 µg of Biotin covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 50 g
72
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
0.4g
· 0% DV
Protein
6.3g
· 13% DV
Fat
4.8g
· 6% 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 2% · Protein 36% · Fat 62%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 72 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.57 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 71 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.4 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% |
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) | 50 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 63 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 70 g | 100 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 143 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 100 g | 143 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 143 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 150 g | 215 kcal |
Calculated from 143 calories per 100 g.
Heat a nonstick pan over medium-low heat, crack in the egg, and cook until the white sets. Covering the pan briefly helps the top cook without flipping. Add a little oil only if your pan is not reliably nonstick.
Yes, a pan-fried egg without butter can be cooked without oil in a good nonstick pan. You can also add a few drops of water and cover the pan to steam the top, but a regular pan may need a little oil to prevent sticking.
Use a clean, nonstick pan and let it warm over moderate heat before adding the egg. Avoid very high heat, which can make the white catch quickly; if the pan is not nonstick, a small amount of cooking oil helps release the egg.
Cook the egg over medium-low heat and take it off the heat as soon as the white is set while the yolk is still soft. Covering the pan for a short time cooks the top of the white without needing to flip the egg.
Wait until the white is mostly set, then slide a thin, wide spatula fully under the egg. Turn it over gently in one smooth motion; forcing a spatula under a runny white is more likely to tear it or break the yolk.
A runny yolk is not risk-free because eggs can carry Salmonella. For the safest option, cook both the white and yolk until firm; this matters especially for young children, older adults, pregnant people, and anyone with a weakened immune system.
A nonstick pan is the easiest choice for a pan-fried egg without butter because the egg releases with little or no added fat. A well-seasoned cast-iron pan can also work, while stainless steel usually needs careful heating and some oil.
A pan-fried egg without butter pairs well with toast, sautéed vegetables, avocado, or beans. For a simple breakfast, add fruit or vegetables on the side; the egg’s mild flavor also works with herbs, chili, or black pepper.
Store a pan-fried egg without butter in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within three to four days. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for an extended time.
Yes, a pan-fried egg without butter can be a nutritious breakfast, providing high-quality protein and choline. Pair it with vegetables, fruit, or whole-grain toast for a more varied meal; cooking it without butter keeps the preparation simple.
Vitamins
Biotin
10µg · 33% DV
B12
0.55µg · 23% DV
B2
0.23mg · 18% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
16µg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
99mg · 14% DV
Iodine
12µg · 8% DV
Iron
0.88mg · 5% DV
Sodium
71mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
69mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 72 calories in 1 piece (medium) (50 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 pan-fried egg without butter is simply an egg cooked in a pan with no butter; it is a familiar home-cooking method rather than a dish tied to one particular region. It can be made in a non-stick pan with no added fat, or with a little oil, and the yolk may be left runny or cooked through to suit your preference.
It is commonly served at breakfast or brunch, with toast, vegetables or potatoes, though it also works as a quick addition to a simple meal. The egg provides high-quality protein and choline, and has very little carbohydrate. For a lighter plate, use a non-stick pan and serve it with tomatoes, greens or other vegetables.
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
✓ 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
1.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.83g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.