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Purple Potato Croquette Calories
Purple potato, fried, crispy exterior, snack or side dish
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Purple Potato Croquette (60 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.8 g of carbs, 1.5 g of protein, 3.6 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Purple Potato Croquette Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 60 g
108
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
16.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
1.5g
· 3% DV
Fat
3.6g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 6% · Fat 30%
Purple Potato Croquette nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.72 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 156 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% |
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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How Many Calories in 3 Pieces of Purple Potato Croquette?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 60 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 15 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 30 g | 54 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Purple Potato Croquette
What is a purple potato croquette?
A purple potato croquette is a small, shaped portion of mashed purple potato coated in crumbs and cooked until crisp. It is commonly served as a snack, starter, or side dish, and recipes may add herbs, cheese, or other seasonings.
How do you make purple potato croquettes?
Boil purple potatoes until tender, drain them well, and mash with seasoning. Once cool, shape the mixture into pieces, coat them in flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs, then fry until golden and crisp.
Why are purple potato croquettes purple?
Purple potato croquettes get their color from the naturally pigmented flesh of purple potatoes. The shade can vary between potato varieties and may become less vivid during cooking, but the inside usually retains some purple color.
Can you bake or air-fry purple potato croquettes?
Yes, purple potato croquettes can be baked or air-fried instead of deep-fried. Lightly coat the outside with oil, leave space between pieces, and turn them during cooking so the coating browns more evenly.
Why do purple potato croquettes fall apart when frying?
Purple potato croquettes often fall apart when the potato mixture is too wet, still warm, or loosely coated. Drain the potatoes thoroughly, chill the shaped croquettes before cooking, and make sure the breadcrumb layer covers the surface.
What do you serve with purple potato croquettes?
Purple potato croquettes pair well with garlic yogurt, aioli, or a tangy dipping sauce. Serve them alongside a fresh salad or roasted vegetables as a side, or offer several dips when serving them as a snack or appetizer.
Can you freeze purple potato croquettes?
Yes, purple potato croquettes freeze well before cooking. Arrange the shaped, coated pieces in a single layer until firm, then transfer them to a sealed container. Cook them from frozen in the oven or air fryer rather than thawing first.
Do purple potato croquettes taste different from regular potato croquettes?
Purple potato croquettes have a similar soft potato center and crisp coating, but purple potatoes can give them a slightly earthier flavor. The difference is usually subtle, and herbs, cheese, or spices can have a stronger effect on the final taste.
How do you keep purple potato croquettes crispy?
To keep purple potato croquettes crispy, cook them in a single layer and avoid covering them while hot, since trapped steam softens the coating. If preparing a batch, keep finished pieces warm on a rack in a low oven rather than stacking them.
How should you store leftover purple potato croquettes?
Store leftover purple potato croquettes in a covered container in the refrigerator once they have cooled, and eat them within a few days. Reheat them in an oven or air fryer to restore some crispness; a microwave tends to soften the coating.
Purple Potato Croquette Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
6mg · 7% DV
B6
0.11mg · 6% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Sodium
156mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
210mg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Purple Potato Croquette Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Purple Potato Croquette
To burn the 108 calories in 3 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Purple Potato Croquette?
Purple Potato Croquette is made by mashing purple potato, shaping it into small pieces, coating them and frying them until crisp. Croquettes have a long presence in European cooking, while this version puts the potato’s vivid colour and earthy, gently sweet flavour at the centre. The result is a crunchy shell around a soft, tender middle.
Serve them as a snack, starter or side dish; they pair well with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables or a simple dipping sauce. They are potato-led and provide carbohydrates, with frying adding fat, so they make a satisfying accompaniment rather than a particularly protein-rich choice. For a lighter take, bake them instead of frying and serve with a tangy yoghurt or herb dip.
How Nutritious Is Purple Potato Croquette?
Nutrient density
Low
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 Purple Potato Croquette Processed?
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.
Does Purple Potato Croquette Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Purple Potato Croquette Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Purple Potato Croquette Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 90:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (90:1).
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