Calories in a fried egg
A fried egg (1 large, 46 g) has 90 calories, with 6.3 g of protein, 0.4 g of carbohydrates and 6.8 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 196 kcal.
Values are for Egg, whole, cooked, fried. Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.
Fried egg
Per 1 large (46 g)
Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Calories in a fried egg by serving
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 196 | 13.6 g | 0.8 g | 14.8 g |
| 1 large | 46 g | 90 | 6.3 g | 0.4 g | 6.8 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 56 | 3.9 g | 0.2 g | 4.2 g |
Where the calories come from
Protein 28%Carbs 2%Fat 70%
Fried egg has a medium energy density (2.0 kcal per gram). It provides 6.9 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Eggs & dairy: calories compared
| Per 100 g | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skim milk | 34 | 3.4 g | 5 g | 0.1 g |
| 2% milk | 50 | 3.3 g | 4.8 g | 2 g |
| Egg white | 52 | 10.9 g | 0.7 g | 0.2 g |
| Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat) | 59 | 10.2 g | 3.6 g | 0.4 g |
| Whole milk | 61 | 3.1 g | 4.8 g | 3.2 g |
| Plain yogurt (whole milk) | 61 | 3.5 g | 4.7 g | 3.2 g |
| Cottage cheese (2%) | 81 | 10.4 g | 4.8 g | 2.3 g |
| Egg | 143 | 12.6 g | 0.7 g | 9.5 g |
| Scrambled eggs | 149 | 10 g | 1.6 g | 11 g |
| Hard-boiled egg | 155 | 12.6 g | 1.1 g | 10.6 g |
| Fried egg | 196 | 13.6 g | 0.8 g | 14.8 g |
| Feta cheese | 265 | 14.2 g | 3.9 g | 21.5 g |
| Mozzarella | 299 | 22.2 g | 2.4 g | 22.1 g |
| Cream cheese | 350 | 6.2 g | 5.5 g | 34.4 g |
| Cheddar cheese | 403 | 22.9 g | 3.4 g | 33.3 g |
| Parmesan (grated) | 420 | 28.4 g | 13.9 g | 27.8 g |
| Butter | 717 | 0.8 g | 0.1 g | 81.1 g |
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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 173423. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in a fried egg?
90 calories in 1 large (46 g), or 196 calories per 100 g.
How much protein is in a fried egg?
6.3 g of protein in 1 large (46 g) (13.6 g per 100 g).
How many carbs are in a fried egg?
0.4 g of carbohydrates in 1 large (46 g).