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Oil-fried potatoes with bell peppers
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Pepper potato fries (180 g) has 562 calories. That works out to 312 calories per 100 g. It contains 73.8 g of carbs, 6.3 g of protein, 27.4 g of fat and 6.7 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of B6 covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Pepper potato fries are potatoes cut into sticks or wedges and fried in oil, then served with bell peppers. The peppers may be cooked alongside the potatoes or added near the end; this is a flexible home-style combination rather than a dish tied to one specific region.
Expect crisp edges and a soft centre, with the peppers adding a mild sweetness and black pepper sometimes bringing extra bite. They work as a side with a main meal, or as a casual snack with a dip. The dish is mainly starchy potatoes, with a noticeable contribution from frying oil and only modest protein. For a lighter version, bake or air-fry the potatoes with a little oil and serve with a fresh salad.
Selected: 100 g
312
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
41g
· 15% DV
Protein
3.5g
· 7% DV
Fat
15.2g
· 19% DV
Fiber
3.7g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 4% · Fat 44%
Vitamins
B6
0.31mg · 18% DV
Vitamin C
15.2mg · 17% DV
Vitamin E
2.3mg · 15% DV
B3
1.7mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
510mg · 15% DV
Sodium
280mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
85mg · 12% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
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.
Low
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 312 calories in 100 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.
NOVA 3
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
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 53.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (53.8:1).
Make pepper potato fries by cutting potatoes into sticks and frying them until golden and crisp. Cook sliced bell peppers separately until just tender, then toss them with the fries right before serving so the potatoes do not become soggy.
Sweet bell peppers, such as red or green peppers, work well in pepper potato fries. Add hot chili if you want heat, but cook it briefly so it seasons the dish without overpowering the potatoes.
Keep pepper potato fries crisp by drying the cut potatoes thoroughly and frying them in small batches. Cook the peppers separately and combine them just before serving, since their moisture can soften the fries.
Yes, you can bake pepper potato fries in the oven. Arrange the oiled potatoes in a single layer and add the sliced peppers toward the end of cooking, because peppers soften faster than potatoes.
Yes, pepper potato fries can be made in an air fryer. Spread the potatoes out rather than piling them in the basket, shake them during cooking, and add the peppers near the end to keep them from overcooking.
Cut the potatoes into evenly sized sticks for pepper potato fries so they cook at the same rate. Thin sticks turn crisp more quickly, while thicker ones stay softer inside; keep the pieces uniform for the most consistent result.
Pepper potato fries pair well with a yogurt dip, garlic sauce, or a fresh salad. Serve them as a side with grilled vegetables or a main dish, or add eggs for a more substantial breakfast.
Pepper potato fries keep in a covered container in the refrigerator for about three days. Refrigerate them once they have cooled; the peppers release moisture over time, so the fries will not stay crisp in storage.
Reheat pepper potato fries in a single layer in an oven or air fryer to help restore their texture. Avoid covering them, since trapped steam softens the potatoes; a microwave warms them but usually leaves them less crisp.
Yes, frozen fries work for pepper potato fries. Cook them according to their package directions, prepare the peppers separately, and toss everything together just before serving so moisture from the peppers does not soften the fries.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.