Calories in 20 Shoestrings of French Fries
20 shoestrings of french fries (40 g) has 125 calories. That is 6% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 1.4 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 17 g of carbohydrates, a split of 4% protein, 42% fat and 53% carbs. For comparison, 10 shoestrings of french fries has 62 and 30 shoestrings of french fries has 187 calories. Burning 125 calories takes about 22 minutes of brisk walking or 10 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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French Fries calories by serving size
Common amounts of french fries with calories and macros. Tap a row for its full nutrition page.
| Serving | Weight | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5g | 5 g | 16 | 0.2 g | 0.7 g | 2.1 g |
| 1 french fry | 5 g | 16 | 0.2 g | 0.7 g | 2.1 g |
| 1 straight cut | 5 g | 16 | 0.2 g | 0.7 g | 2.1 g |
| 2 french fries | 10 g | 31 | 0.3 g | 1.5 g | 4.1 g |
| 2 straight cuts | 10 g | 31 | 0.3 g | 1.5 g | 4.1 g |
| 1 oz | 28 g | 88 | 1 g | 4.2 g | 12 g |
| 1/2 cup | 30 g | 94 | 1 g | 4.4 g | 12 g |
| 20 shoestrings | 40 g | 125 | 1.4 g | 5.9 g | 17 g |
| 1 cup | 60 g | 187 | 2.1 g | 8.8 g | 25 g |
| 100g | 100 g | 312 | 3.4 g | 15 g | 41 g |
| 4 oz | 113 g | 354 | 3.9 g | 17 g | 47 g |
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French Fries: common questions
How many calories are in 20 shoestrings of french fries?
20 shoestrings of french fries weighs about 40 g and has 125 calories.
How much protein is in 20 shoestrings of french fries?
20 shoestrings of french fries has 1.4 g of protein, which is 3% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 20 shoestrings of french fries?
20 shoestrings of french fries has 17 g of carbohydrates, including 1.5 g of fiber and 0.1 g of sugars.
How much french fries is 100 calories?
100 calories of french fries is 32 g, about 6 1/2 french fries.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, FNDDS 2021-2023. FDC ID 2709461. Original description: Potato, french fries, fast food. Portion weights are USDA household measures.