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Sauced Potato Croquettes Calories
Fried potato croquettes served with sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
4 piece (medium) of Sauced Potato Croquettes (120 g) has 242 calories. That works out to 202 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.1 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 10.9 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of B6 covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sauced Potato Croquettes Nutrition Facts
Selected: 4 piece (medium) · 120 g
242
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
33.1g
· 12% DV
Protein
3.7g
· 7% DV
Fat
10.9g
· 14% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 6% · Fat 40%
Sauced Potato Croquettes nutrition facts table · 4 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 242 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.9 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.62 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 468 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.1 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 3.7 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.
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How Many Calories in 4 Pieces of Sauced Potato Croquettes?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 4 piece (medium) | 120 g | 242 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 51 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 60 g | 121 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 182 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 202 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 150 g | 303 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 303 kcal |
| 6 piece (large) | 180 g | 364 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 200 g | 404 kcal |
Calculated from 202 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sauced Potato Croquettes
What are Sauced Potato Croquettes made of?
Sauced Potato Croquettes are usually made with mashed potato shaped into pieces, coated in breadcrumbs and fried. The sauce may be served over them or on the side, and recipes vary in seasoning and coating.
How do you make Sauced Potato Croquettes with leftover mashed potatoes?
Yes, leftover mashed potatoes work well for Sauced Potato Croquettes if they are firm enough to shape. Form them into pieces, coat them in flour, egg and breadcrumbs, fry until crisp, then add the sauce.
Why do Sauced Potato Croquettes fall apart when frying?
Sauced Potato Croquettes can fall apart if the potato mixture is too wet, warm, or loosely shaped, or if the coating has gaps. Chill the shaped croquettes and coat them evenly before frying.
Can you make Sauced Potato Croquettes in an air fryer?
Yes, Sauced Potato Croquettes can be cooked in an air fryer; lightly oiling the coating helps it brown. Cook the croquettes without the sauce, then add the sauce just before serving to keep the outside crisp.
Should you put sauce on Sauced Potato Croquettes before or after frying?
Add the sauce to Sauced Potato Croquettes after frying, or serve it separately for dipping. Putting sauce on beforehand makes the breadcrumb coating soggy and can cause it to separate during cooking.
What sauce goes best with Sauced Potato Croquettes?
Tomato-based sauces, garlic mayonnaise, and herbed yogurt sauce all pair well with Sauced Potato Croquettes. Choose a lighter, tangy sauce if the croquettes are already rich or heavily seasoned.
Can you freeze Sauced Potato Croquettes?
Yes, freeze Sauced Potato Croquettes before adding the sauce for the best texture. Freeze the shaped, coated pieces separately, then cook them from frozen and serve with freshly added sauce.
How do you reheat Sauced Potato Croquettes without making them soggy?
Reheat Sauced Potato Croquettes in an oven or air fryer rather than a microwave, which softens the coating. If possible, store the sauce separately and add it after the croquettes are hot.
What should you serve with Sauced Potato Croquettes?
Serve Sauced Potato Croquettes with a crisp salad, roasted vegetables, or a simple slaw. These sides balance the fried coating and make the croquettes work as part of a fuller meal.
Where did Sauced Potato Croquettes originate?
Croquettes are generally associated with French cooking, while potato-based versions are popular in many countries. Sauced Potato Croquettes do not have one universally established origin or a single traditional sauce.
Sauced Potato Croquettes Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.28mg · 16% DV
Vitamin E
1.8mg · 12% DV
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
468mg · 20% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
94mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
418mg · 12% DV
Sauced Potato Croquettes Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sauced Potato Croquettes
To burn the 242 calories in 4 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Sauced Potato Croquettes?
Sauced Potato Croquettes are made by shaping mashed potato, coating it, frying it until crisp and serving it with sauce. Croquettes appear in many food traditions, and potato versions are often served as a snack, side dish or part of a casual meal.
The contrast is the appeal: a crisp outside, soft centre and a savoury sauce, which can vary by recipe. They are usually served hot, either alongside a main course or on a sharing plate. Potato provides most of their substance, while frying adds fat; each 100 g contains 202 calories. For a lighter take, bake the croquettes and serve the sauce on the side, with a fresh salad alongside.
How Nutritious Is Sauced Potato Croquettes?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Sauced Potato Croquettes 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 Sauced Potato Croquettes Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sauced Potato Croquettes 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
Sauced Potato Croquettes Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.98g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40.3:1).
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