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Arapasi Dough Calories
Traditional Turkish dough, especially from Central Anatolia, made with flour and water, boiled.
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Arapasi Dough (60 g) has 66 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.8 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Arapasi Dough Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
66
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
13.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 11% · Fat 1%
Arapasi Dough nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 66 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.8 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
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 Arapasi Dough?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 99 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arapasi Dough
What is Arapasi Dough?
Arapasi Dough is a firm, cooled flour-and-water preparation traditionally served alongside hot arabaşı soup in Turkey. It is cut into pieces and eaten as part of the soup-and-dough dish.
How do you eat Arapasi Dough?
Arapasi Dough is eaten in small pieces with hot arabaşı soup, rather than served as a separate bread course. Some people follow the traditional custom of swallowing a piece with soup, but chewing it is also fine.
Why is Arapasi Dough served cold?
Arapasi Dough is served cold because cooling sets it into a firm sheet that can be cut into pieces. Its cool texture also contrasts with the hot soup it traditionally accompanies.
What soup is served with Arapasi Dough?
Arapasi Dough is traditionally served with arabaşı soup, a hot, often spicy Turkish soup commonly made with chicken. The dough is placed separately so diners can take pieces alongside the soup.
What ingredients are in Arapasi Dough?
Arapasi Dough is made mainly from flour and water, usually with salt. The mixture is cooked until thick, then poured into a tray and left to cool and set.
How do you stop Arapasi Dough from getting lumpy?
To keep Arapasi Dough smooth, whisk the flour with cold water first to make a lump-free slurry. Add it gradually to hot water while stirring continuously, and keep stirring as it thickens.
How firm should Arapasi Dough be?
Arapasi Dough should set into a firm, sliceable sheet after cooling, not remain runny like porridge. If it is too soft to cut cleanly, it may need more cooking or more time to cool.
Can you make Arapasi Dough ahead of time?
Yes, Arapasi Dough can be made ahead and chilled, which also helps it firm up for slicing. Keep it covered in the refrigerator and serve it cold alongside freshly heated soup.
Can Arapasi Dough be frozen?
Arapasi Dough can be frozen, but thawing may change its smooth, firm texture and make it release water. For the best texture, prepare it fresh or refrigerate it until you are ready to serve.
Where does Arapasi Dough come from?
Arapasi Dough is associated especially with Central Anatolia in Turkey, where it is served as part of the traditional arabaşı meal. The dough and hot soup are prepared as complementary parts of the same dish.
Arapasi Dough Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.72µg · 2% DV
B3
0.3mg · 2% DV
B5
0.08mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
18mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Selenium
0.9µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
18mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.2mg · 0% DV
Arapasi Dough Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Arapasi Dough
To burn the 66 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Walking (5 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 Arapasi Dough?
Arapasi dough is the plain, set dough served as part of arapaşı, a traditional dish from Central Anatolia. Flour and water are cooked together until thick, then the mixture is cooled and cut into pieces. It is typically served alongside hot, often peppery chicken broth or soup.
The dough has a mild taste and a soft, almost gelatinous texture; the broth provides most of the flavour. Traditionally, you dip or pair small pieces with spoonfuls of soup and swallow the dough without chewing. It is mostly carbohydrate and very low in fat. For a lighter serving, choose a lean broth and adjust the chilli to taste.
How Nutritious Is Arapasi Dough?
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
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.
Is Arapasi Dough Processed?
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.
Does Arapasi Dough Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Arapasi Dough Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Arapasi Dough Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
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