Breakfast Frybread with Eggs
Breakfast Frybread with Eggs is a hearty dish featuring a piece of deep-fried dough (frybread) topped with fried or scrambled eggs. It is a staple comfort food in many Native American and Southwestern U.S. cuisines, often enjoyed as a satisfying, savory breakfast or brunch.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates from the frybread and provides a good amount of protein and fat from the eggs. A typical serving offers a substantial calorie load, primarily from the fried dough, along with key nutrients like protein, iron, and B vitamins from the eggs.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbs | 45 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 380 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.1 mcg |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Selenium | 15 mcg |
| Choline | 150 mg |
| Potassium | 180 mg |
| Vitamin A | 270 IU |
Per 1 piece of frybread (approx. 100 g) with 2 large fried eggs (approx. 100 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Frybread has a complex history, originating from the U.S. government's distribution of surplus flour and lard to Native American tribes during the 19th century, making it a symbol of both resilience and cultural identity. Nutritionally, while it provides quick energy and protein, the deep-frying method significantly increases its fat and calorie content compared to other breads.
