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A fiber-containing, potassium-rich mushroom dish sautéed with onion and pepper
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sautéed saffron milk cap mushrooms with onion and pepper (150 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 88 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.3 g of carbs, 4.7 g of protein, 7.8 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 2 mg of B5 covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
132
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
12.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
4.7g
· 9% DV
Fat
7.8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 14% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.13 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 233 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% |
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 serving (medium) | 150 g | 132 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (chopped) | 30 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 35 kcal |
| ½ cup (chopped) | 75 g | 66 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 225 g | 198 kcal |
Calculated from 88 calories per 100 g.
Cook the onion and pepper in a pan until softened, then add cleaned, sliced saffron milk caps. Sauté until the mushrooms release their liquid and it cooks off, and the mushrooms are thoroughly cooked. Season near the end and serve hot.
Brush off soil with a soft brush or wipe the saffron milk caps with a damp cloth, then trim any dirty ends. Avoid soaking them, as they can absorb water and turn watery in the pan. Rinse briefly only if needed, and dry promptly.
Properly identified saffron milk caps are edible, but wild mushrooms can be mistaken for poisonous species. Eat foraged mushrooms only if an expert has confirmed their identity; otherwise, do not use them. Cook confirmed saffron milk caps thoroughly.
No, saffron milk caps do not need to be boiled before sautéing. Clean and slice them, then cook them directly in the pan until their liquid has evaporated and they are thoroughly cooked. Boiling first can dilute their flavor and soften their texture.
Green staining on cut or bruised saffron milk caps is usually a natural color change after exposure to air. It does not by itself mean the mushrooms are spoiled. Discard mushrooms that smell unpleasant or feel slimy.
Saffron milk caps have an earthy, mildly peppery flavor and a firm, meaty texture. Onion brings out their savory taste, while pepper adds sweetness and aroma. Green staining after cutting does not necessarily affect the flavor.
Yes, you can freeze the cooked mushroom dish once it has cooled. Pack it in an airtight freezer-safe container, then reheat it thoroughly after thawing. Avoid repeatedly thawing and refreezing the leftovers.
Keep the cooled dish covered in the refrigerator and eat it soon rather than leaving it for an extended period. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and discard it if it has been left out for a long time or its smell or texture has changed.
Serve the mushroom sauté with rice, potatoes, or crusty bread, or pair it with grilled meat. For a lighter meal, add a green salad; the savory mushrooms and sweet pepper also work well alongside eggs.
Yes, eggs make this sauté a filling breakfast or brunch dish. First let the mushrooms cook until their released liquid has evaporated, then add the eggs and cook until set. This keeps the eggs from turning watery.
Vitamins
B5
2.03mg · 41% DV
Vitamin C
33mg · 37% DV
B3
5.25mg · 33% DV
B2
0.42mg · 32% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.33mg · 37% DV
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
141mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
533mg · 16% DV
Sodium
233mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 132 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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Sautéed saffron milk cap mushrooms with onion and pepper is a Turkish-style pan dish made with the orange-hued mushrooms known in Turkey as kanlıca, cooked with onions and peppers. It is a simple way to make the most of these distinctive, seasonal mushrooms.
The mushrooms turn tender while the onion softens and the peppers add sweetness. Serve the dish warm as a side, a light main with bread or rice, or as part of a shared table; it also fits easily into a plant-based meal. It provides fibre and is a source of potassium, with 2.5 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter sauté, use a modest amount of oil and let the vegetables bring plenty of flavour.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ 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
1.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.05g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.