Frites vs French fries
Overall, Frites has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Frites | French fries |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | a | — |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 257 kcal | 212 kcal |
| Fat | 13 g | 7 g |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 0.8 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 0.9 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 6 g | 3.6 g |
| Protein | 4 g | 3.4 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- French fries has 18% fewer calories (212 kcal vs 257 kcal).
- French fries has 46% less fat (7 g vs 13 g).
- Frites has 44% less sugar (0.5 g vs 0.9 g).
- Frites has 77% less salt (0.1 g vs 0.4 g).
- Frites has 40% more fiber (6 g vs 3.6 g).
- Frites has 15% more protein (4 g vs 3.4 g).
Ingredients
Frites
Pommes de terre 87%, huile de colza, dextrose.
French fries
Potato (92%), sunflower oil (5%), potato starch, potato dextrin, salt, rice flour, dextrose, turmeric powder
FAQ
Which is healthier: Frites or French fries?
Overall, Frites has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
French fries has fewer calories: 212 kcal versus 257 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Frites has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 0.9 g per 100 g.