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Made with a bulgur shell and a ground-meat, onion and nut filling; air frying generally provides less fat than deep frying while supplying protein and fiber.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Air-fried stuffed bulgur kofta (90 g) has 189 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.2 g of carbs, 9.5 g of protein, 7.7 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 1.1 µg of B12 covers 47% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
189
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
21.2g
· 8% DV
Protein
9.5g
· 19% DV
Fat
7.7g
· 10% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 20% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 189 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.7 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 2.12 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 324 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.2 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 137 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 270 g | 567 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 270 g | 567 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Make air-fried stuffed bulgur kofta by arranging the pieces in a single layer in the basket and lightly brushing them with oil. Turn them partway through cooking so the bulgur shell browns evenly without crowding the air fryer.
Yes, frozen stuffed bulgur kofta can usually go straight into the air fryer. Keep the pieces in a single layer and follow the package directions for frozen cooking, checking that the meat filling is hot all the way through.
Stuffed bulgur kofta often cracks when its outer shell is too thin or dry, or when the filling is packed too tightly. Seal the seams well, avoid overfilling, and lightly coat the outside with oil before air frying.
Air-fried stuffed bulgur kofta is a Turkish-style version of the broader family of bulgur-and-meat dishes often called kibbeh. The names and shapes vary by region; this version is cooked in an air fryer rather than traditionally deep-fried.
Air-fried stuffed bulgur kofta usually has a shell made from bulgur and a filling of ground meat, onion, and nuts. Recipes vary, with seasonings and sometimes tomato paste added to the filling.
Serve air-fried stuffed bulgur kofta with lemon, a crisp salad, or a cooling yogurt-based dip. These accompaniments complement the savoury filling and make the dish work well as a main course or part of a shared meal.
It is generally made with less added fat than deep-fried kofta because it does not sit in a pan of hot oil. The actual difference depends on how much oil is brushed on and what goes into the filling.
Refrigerate leftover air-fried stuffed bulgur kofta in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat it until the centre is thoroughly hot; avoid leaving cooked meat at room temperature for long.
Yes, an air fryer can reheat stuffed bulgur kofta while helping the outside stay crisp. Use a moderate setting, arrange the pieces with space between them, and check early so the bulgur shell does not dry out.
Yes, freeze uncooked stuffed bulgur kofta in a single layer first, then transfer the firm pieces to a sealed freezer container. Keeping them separate prevents sticking, and you can air fry them from frozen using the recipe or package guidance.
Vitamins
B12
1.13µg · 47% DV
B3
2.79mg · 17% DV
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3.15µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.59mg · 26% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
131mg · 19% DV
Sodium
324mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
212mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Air-fried stuffed bulgur kofta is a lighter-cooked take on içli köfte, a stuffed bulgur dumpling associated especially with southeastern Turkey. A finely worked bulgur shell surrounds a filling commonly made with minced meat, onion and nuts, often seasoned with spices.
The outside turns lightly crisp while the centre stays tender and savoury. In Turkey, it may be served as part of a meal with salad or yoghurt, or offered as a substantial snack; elsewhere, it works well as a shareable starter. Air frying generally uses less fat than deep-frying, while bulgur contributes fibre and the meat provides protein. Pair it with fresh vegetables or a crisp salad for a balanced plate.
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.97g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.43g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.