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Potatoes cooked with a blend of spices, typically roasted or pan-fried.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Spiced Potatoes (150 g) has 180 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.8 g of carbs, 3.5 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Spiced Potatoes are chunks or wedges tossed with seasonings and cooked until tender, usually by roasting or pan-frying. The spice blend can include paprika, pepper, cumin or herbs, and varies from kitchen to kitchen; there is no single regional recipe implied by the name.
They are best served hot, with browned, sometimes crisp edges and a soft centre. Across many English-speaking households, they work as an easy side for grilled vegetables, eggs or meat, and can also be served with a cooling yoghurt dip. They are mainly a starchy dish, with relatively little protein. For a lighter version, roast them with a modest amount of oil rather than frying, and pair with salad or another vegetable.
Selected: 100 g
120
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
22.5g
· 8% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
3.2g
· 4% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 7% · Fat 23%
Vitamins
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Vitamin C
12mg · 13% DV
B3
1.4mg · 9% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
410mg · 12% DV
Sodium
220mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
47mg · 7% 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.
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 120 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 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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13:1).
To make Spiced Potatoes crispy, dry the cut potatoes thoroughly and spread them out so they do not steam against one another. A hot oven or preheated pan helps brown the edges; turn the pieces during cooking for more even crisping.
Paprika, garlic, black pepper, and dried herbs such as thyme work well in Spiced Potatoes. Add cumin or chili powder for a deeper or hotter flavor. Toss the potatoes with oil and the seasoning before cooking so the spices coat them evenly.
Spiced Potatoes can be roasted or pan-fried, and neither method is always better. Roasting is convenient for a larger batch, while a pan gives you close control over browning; either way, leave space around the pieces so they crisp rather than steam.
You do not have to peel potatoes for Spiced Potatoes. Thin-skinned potatoes can be scrubbed and cut with their skins on, while peeling is useful for thick-skinned or blemished potatoes. Dry the pieces well either way before adding oil and seasoning.
Spiced Potatoes usually turn soggy when the pieces are crowded, wet, or cooked at too low a heat. Dry them after washing, use a roomy tray or pan, and avoid covering them while hot, since trapped steam softens the browned exterior.
Yes, Spiced Potatoes cook well in an air fryer. Coat the pieces lightly with oil and seasoning, arrange them in a single layer, and shake the basket partway through cooking so the exposed sides brown more evenly.
Spiced Potatoes pair well with grilled chicken, eggs, beans, or a crisp salad. A cool yogurt-based dip also complements their browned, savory coating. For a simple meal, add a protein and a fresh vegetable rather than another rich side.
Yes, you can cut potatoes ahead for Spiced Potatoes, but keep the raw pieces submerged in cold water in the refrigerator to prevent browning. Drain and dry them very thoroughly before seasoning and cooking, or they may not brown well.
Reheat leftover Spiced Potatoes in an oven, air fryer, or lightly oiled pan to restore some crispness. Refrigerate them in a covered container and avoid reheating them while piled deep; a single layer warms more evenly.
No, Spiced Potatoes are not necessarily hot; the heat comes from chili or cayenne, not from seasoning in general. For a mild batch, use paprika, garlic, black pepper, and herbs, and leave out the hot chili.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.