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Antep sausage with walnut Calories
Walnut-filled, energy-dense traditional Antep confection
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Antep sausage with walnut (40 g) has 172 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.2 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 6.4 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Antep sausage with walnut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
172
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
27.2g
· 10% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.4g
· 8% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 6% · Fat 32%
Antep sausage with walnut nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 172 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.4 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.72 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.2 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Antep sausage with walnut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 172 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 10 g | 43 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 20 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 301 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 serving (whole) | 100 g | 430 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Antep sausage with walnut
What is Antep sausage with walnut?
Antep sausage with walnut is a traditional Turkish sweet made by coating a string of walnuts with thickened grape juice or molasses mixture and drying it. Despite its sausage-like shape, it contains no meat.
Is Antep sausage with walnut the same as churchkhela?
They are closely related, but not always identical. Both are strings of nuts coated in a thick fruit-based mixture and dried; recipes, coating thickness, fruit used, and regional names differ between Turkish Antep sausage with walnut and Georgian churchkhela.
How is Antep sausage with walnut made?
Walnuts are threaded onto a string, dipped in a thickened grape-juice or molasses mixture, then hung to dry. Makers may repeat the dipping to build a thicker coating before the finished strands are cut into pieces.
Why is Antep sausage with walnut called sausage?
Antep sausage with walnut gets its name from its long, sausage-like shape, not from meat or savory seasoning. Walnuts threaded on a string form the center, while the dried molasses coating makes the outside.
What does Antep sausage with walnut taste like?
Antep sausage with walnut tastes sweet and fruity from its grape-based coating, with a rich, crunchy contrast from the walnuts. The exact sweetness and chewiness vary with the recipe and how thoroughly the strands are dried.
How do you serve Antep sausage with walnut?
Slice Antep sausage with walnut into bite-sized pieces and serve it as a sweet snack or alongside tea or coffee. It is also commonly offered as part of a Turkish dessert spread rather than served as a hot dish.
How should you store Antep sausage with walnut?
Keep Antep sausage with walnut in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct heat. Once cut, seal the pieces well; damp conditions can soften the coating and encourage mold.
Can you make Antep sausage with walnut at home?
Yes, Antep sausage with walnut can be made at home by threading walnuts, dipping them in thickened grape juice or molasses mixture, and drying them. The key practical challenge is allowing the coating to dry fully between dips.
Does Antep sausage with walnut contain added sugar?
Some versions of Antep sausage with walnut rely on grape juice or molasses for sweetness, while recipes and commercial products may include added sugar. Ingredients vary, so the amount cannot be assumed from the food’s name alone.
Can people with diabetes eat Antep sausage with walnut?
Antep sausage with walnut is sweetened with a fruit-based coating and can raise blood sugar; walnuts do not cancel that effect. People with diabetes should ask their doctor or dietitian how it fits their individual meal plan.
Antep sausage with walnut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
1.6µg · 5% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.44mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.44mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
51mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
25mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Sodium
17mg · 1% DV
Antep sausage with walnut Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Antep sausage with walnut
To burn the 172 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Antep sausage with walnut?
Antep sausage with walnut is a traditional sweet from Gaziantep, not a meat sausage. Whole walnuts are threaded onto a string, coated in a thick mixture made with grape must or molasses, then dried. The result is a chewy, glossy outer layer with a rich, fruity sweetness and a firm, crunchy walnut centre.
In Turkey, it is usually cut into slices and served with tea, often as a small treat in colder months or at celebrations. Its sweetness and energy density make it best enjoyed in modest portions; it pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee. For a lighter snack, serve a small slice alongside fresh fruit.
How Nutritious Is Antep sausage with walnut?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
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.
Is Antep sausage with walnut Processed?
NOVA 3
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.
Does Antep sausage with walnut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Antep sausage with walnut Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
Antep sausage with walnut Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.52g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.9:1).
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