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Wheat keşkek Calories
Traditional wheat porridge-like dish with fiber and complex carbohydrates
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Wheat keşkek (240 g) has 283 calories. That works out to 118 calories per 100 g. It contains 56.2 g of carbs, 8.6 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 7.7 g of fiber. Its 1.5 mg of Manganese covers 65% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Wheat keşkek Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
283
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
56.2g
· 20% DV
Protein
8.6g
· 17% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
7.7g
· 28% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 12% · Fat 8%
Wheat keşkek nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 283 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.43 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 336 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 56.2 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% |
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% |
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 Cup of Wheat keşkek?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 283 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 18 g | 21 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 118 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 177 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 212 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 413 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 590 kcal |
Calculated from 118 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wheat keşkek
What is Wheat keşkek?
Wheat keşkek is a traditional Turkish dish made by cooking wheat until very tender, then beating or mashing it into a thick, cohesive mixture. It is often served at weddings and other communal celebrations.
How is Wheat keşkek traditionally made?
Wheat keşkek is traditionally made by simmering wheat—often with meat or broth—until the grains soften, then pounding or stirring it until thick and unified. A butter-based topping is commonly added when serving.
Does Wheat keşkek contain meat?
Wheat keşkek can be made with meat or without it. Meat-based versions are common at celebrations, while home cooks can prepare a meatless version with water or vegetable stock and finish it with oil or butter.
What kind of wheat is used for Wheat keşkek?
Wheat keşkek is usually made with hulled or cracked wheat rather than fine wheat flour. The intact, coarser grains hold up during long cooking and can be beaten into the dish’s characteristic thick texture.
Why is Wheat keşkek beaten or pounded?
Wheat keşkek is beaten to break down the softened grains and bind them into a smooth, hearty consistency. The traditional pounding takes effort, but vigorous stirring or mashing can help achieve a similar texture at home.
Where does Wheat keşkek come from?
Wheat keşkek is associated with Turkish and wider Anatolian food traditions, and it is prepared in many regions rather than belonging to just one town. Families and communities often make it for weddings and festivities.
What is usually served with Wheat keşkek?
Wheat keşkek is often served as a substantial main dish, sometimes with a buttery paprika topping. A crisp salad or pickles make a refreshing contrast; rich meat versions generally need few additional sides.
Can you make Wheat keşkek in a pressure cooker?
Yes, a pressure cooker can soften the wheat for Wheat keşkek more quickly than conventional simmering. Follow the cooker’s instructions for the grain and liquid, then mash or beat the cooked wheat to develop the traditional consistency.
How should leftover Wheat keşkek be stored and reheated?
Store leftover Wheat keşkek in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within about three days. Reheat only the portion you need, stirring in a little hot water or stock if it has become too thick.
Can Wheat keşkek be frozen?
Yes, Wheat keşkek freezes well in meal-sized portions. Let it cool before packing it in airtight containers; after thawing, warm it gently and loosen the texture with a little hot water or stock if needed.
Wheat keşkek Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
2.88mg · 18% DV
B1
0.19mg · 16% DV
Biotin
4.8µg · 16% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.49mg · 65% DV
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Copper
0.29mg · 32% DV
Phosphorus
221mg · 32% DV
Sodium
336mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
187mg · 6% DV
Wheat keşkek Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Wheat keşkek
To burn the 283 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Wheat keşkek?
Wheat keşkek is a traditional Turkish dish made by slowly cooking cracked or hulled wheat until the grains soften and break down. Depending on the regional recipe, it may be cooked with meat or prepared without it. Long cooking gives it a thick, creamy porridge-like texture, though some grains usually remain.
In Turkey, it is often made in large quantities for weddings, festivals and communal meals, then served hot, sometimes topped with butter and paprika. Meat-based versions can be a meal on their own; a plain version also works alongside grilled vegetables or salad. Wheat keşkek provides fibre and complex carbohydrates, with 3.2 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter serving, choose an oil-light, meat-free preparation.
How Nutritious Is Wheat keşkek?
Nutrient density
Medium
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 Wheat keşkek 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 Wheat keşkek Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Wheat keşkek Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Wheat keşkek Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.43g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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