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Egg and sorrel dish with protein, folate, and iron
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sorrel egg (180 g) has 212 calories. That works out to 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.9 g of carbs, 14.6 g of protein, 14.6 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 140.4 µg of Vitamin K covers 117% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 2 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
212
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
4.9g
· 2% DV
Protein
14.6g
· 29% DV
Fat
14.6g
· 19% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 28% · Fat 63%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 212 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.6 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 4.23 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 212 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 14.6 g | 29% |
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) | 180 g | 212 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (chopped) | 18 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 59 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 118 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 100 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 160 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 220 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 295 kcal |
Calculated from 118 calories per 100 g.
Sorrel egg is a dish made by cooking tangy sorrel leaves with eggs. The leaves are usually wilted in a pan before beaten eggs are added, though some versions crack the eggs directly over the sorrel.
To make Sorrel egg, wash and chop fresh sorrel, wilt it briefly in a pan, then stir in beaten eggs and cook until just set. Avoid overcooking the eggs; salt and black pepper are simple seasonings that suit the dish.
Fresh common sorrel with green, tender leaves works well in Sorrel egg. If gathering it outdoors, make sure the plant has been correctly identified as edible sorrel; do not rely on appearance alone to distinguish wild plants.
Sorrel releases moisture as it wilts, which can make Sorrel egg watery if the leaves are crowded or the pan is not hot enough. Cook the leaves briefly in a wide pan and let excess liquid evaporate before adding the eggs.
Yes, Sorrel egg has a gently tart taste because sorrel leaves contain naturally occurring oxalic acid. The eggs mellow that sharpness; cooking the leaves only until wilted keeps their fresh, lemony character from becoming too concentrated.
Yes, frozen sorrel can be used for Sorrel egg. Thaw it first and squeeze out excess liquid, since frozen leaves release more water than fresh ones; then cook the sorrel briefly before adding the eggs.
Black pepper, dill, chives, and a little garlic pair well with Sorrel egg. Add herbs near the end so their aroma stays fresh, and season lightly at first because the sorrel already gives the dish a pronounced flavor.
Serve Sorrel egg with crusty bread, toast, or boiled potatoes. A simple tomato or cucumber salad also works well, while a spoonful of plain yogurt can soften the dish’s tartness.
Sorrel egg keeps for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and reheat leftovers until hot throughout rather than leaving them at room temperature.
You can freeze Sorrel egg, but thawed cooked eggs may become rubbery or watery. For better texture, freeze cooked sorrel on its own and add freshly cooked eggs after thawing and reheating it.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
140.4µg · 117% DV
Biotin
19.8µg · 66% DV
B12
1.12µg · 47% DV
B2
0.43mg · 33% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Phosphorus
238mg · 34% DV
Manganese
0.61mg · 27% DV
Iodine
40µg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
446mg · 13% DV
Sodium
212mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 212 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Sorrel egg brings together tender, tart sorrel leaves and eggs in a simple home-style dish. The leaves are usually softened in a pan before the eggs are added and cooked to the desired consistency. It is an easy way to make use of fresh sorrel, whose bright, lemony edge gives the dish its character.
Serve it warm with bread for breakfast or a quick lunch, or alongside a salad for a light supper. Its eggs provide protein, while sorrel adds freshness and a little fibre. If sorrel is unfamiliar where you live, look for it at farmers’ markets or grow it at home; use a modest amount of cooking fat to keep the dish lighter.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.23g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.49g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.