Fried bread facts for kids
Fried bread (right) as part of a cooked breakfast
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| Alternative names | Fried slice |
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| Type | Bread |
| Course | Side |
| Place of origin | Worldwide |
| Serving temperature | Warm |
| Main ingredients | Bread |
| 180 kcal (754 kJ) | |
Fried bread is a simple yet tasty dish. It's basically a slice of bread that has been cooked in hot oil or fat. People around the world enjoy it, often as part of a bigger meal like breakfast.
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What is Fried Bread?
Fried bread is made by taking a slice of regular bread and cooking it in a pan with some kind of fat. This fat could be butter, cooking oil, lard, or even the drippings from cooking bacon. When the bread fries, it gets crispy and golden brown. It's a quick way to make plain bread much more flavorful and satisfying.
Nutrition Facts
When bread is fried, especially in butter, it becomes quite rich. A single slice of fried bread can have around 180 calories. Calories are units of energy that your body gets from food. Fried bread is also fairly high in fat. While it's delicious, it's usually eaten as a treat or a small part of a balanced meal.
Fried Bread Around the World
Fried bread is enjoyed in different ways in various places. It's a popular addition to many traditional breakfasts.
Fried Bread in the British Isles
In the United Kingdom and Ireland, fried bread is a common sight on a "full English breakfast" plate. This big breakfast often includes eggs, bacon, sausages, beans, and sometimes mushrooms or tomatoes. The bread is usually fried in oil, butter, lard, or even the fat left over from cooking bacon.
In Northern Ireland, a special type of fried bread called a "soda farl" is popular. A soda farl is a piece of soda bread that has been flattened and then fried. It's a key part of an "Ulster fry," which is Northern Ireland's version of the full breakfast.
Fried Bread in the United States
In the United States, toast is much more common for breakfast than fried bread. However, fried bread is still eaten, especially in the form of French toast. French toast is made by dipping bread in a mixture of eggs and milk before frying it. Sometimes, people in the U.S. also enjoy a simple slice of bread fried in butter, similar to how it's made in other countries.
See also
In Spanish: Pan frito para niños
