Potato & Egg Hash (Mfarakah)
The beloved breakfast and supper of Levantine neighbourhoods: fried or boiled potato cubes mixed with beaten eggs and spices such as black pepper and cumin. The ever-present question: do potatoes with eggs raise blood sugar? The protein and fat in the eggs help slow the absorption of the potato starch, giving the dish a medium glycemic index (≈55).
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Eat mfarakah with a fork alongside fresh vegetables such as tomato, cucumber and mint, rather than scooping it up with white bread, so you don't double up on refined starch.
Best preparation methods
Par-boil the potato cubes, then sauté them with a light brush of olive oil instead of deep-frying, and add the eggs; this considerably reduces calories and oxidised fat.
Important Nutritional Note
The dish is very filling thanks to the complete protein in eggs; if you watch your weight and blood sugar, use more egg than potato in the pan for a better balance.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (200 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 225 kcal | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g | 14 g |
| Carbohydrate | 28 g | 56 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 24 g | 48 g |
| Fat | 10 g | 20 g |
| Dietary fibre | 4 g | 8 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Soups & home-cooked dishes with a glycemic index (14), it ranks 12 (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Potato & Egg Hash (Mfarakah) good for weight loss?
It can be included in moderation: it contains 4 g of fibre per 100 g, which supports fullness, and a 200 g portion gives 450 kcal.
How does Potato & Egg Hash (Mfarakah) affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 55 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 200 g portion has a glycemic load of 26.4 (High), so it is best to reduce or split the portion and combine it with protein and fibre.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Potato & Egg Hash (Mfarakah)?
A typical 200 g portion of Potato & Egg Hash (Mfarakah) provides about 450 kcal, 14 g protein, 56 g carbohydrate, 20 g fat and 8 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.