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A filling, fiber-rich bulgur pilaf cooked with chicken fat.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Bulgur pilaf with chicken fat (200 g) has 312 calories. That works out to 156 calories per 100 g. It contains 48 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 9 g of fat and 8.4 g of fiber. Its 1.1 mg of Manganese covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
312
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
48g
· 17% DV
Protein
9g
· 18% DV
Fat
9g
· 12% DV
Fiber
8.4g
· 30% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 62% · Protein 12% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 312 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 440 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 48 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% |
| Protein | 9 g | 18% |
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 cup (medium) | 200 g | 312 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 23 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 250 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 300 g | 468 kcal |
Calculated from 156 calories per 100 g.
Bulgur pilaf with chicken fat is a savory grain dish made by cooking bulgur with rendered chicken fat, usually alongside onion and water or stock. The chicken fat gives the pilaf a rich, poultry-like flavor; recipes vary in their vegetables and seasonings.
For fluffy bulgur pilaf with chicken fat, sauté the onion and bulgur briefly in the fat, add hot liquid, then cover and cook gently without stirring. Let the finished pilaf rest covered before fluffing it with a fork.
Yes, schmaltz is rendered chicken fat and works well in bulgur pilaf with chicken fat. Use it to sauté the onion and grains before adding the liquid; its concentrated flavor means the pilaf may need less added salt if the fat is seasoned.
Coarse or medium bulgur is best for bulgur pilaf with chicken fat because it holds its shape during simmering. Fine bulgur softens much faster and can turn pasty, so it is better suited to dishes such as tabbouleh or kibbeh.
Bulgur pilaf with chicken fat usually turns mushy when it has too much liquid, is cooked too long, or is made with fine bulgur. Choose a pilaf-grade grain, follow its package’s liquid guidance, and keep the lid on while it simmers.
Bulgur pilaf with chicken fat pairs well with roast or grilled chicken, beans, lentils, and a crisp salad. A spoonful of plain yogurt or a tangy vegetable side can balance the savory richness of the chicken fat.
Bulgur pilaf with chicken fat keeps for about three days in the refrigerator when promptly cooled and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, until steaming hot, rather than warming and cooling the whole batch repeatedly.
Yes, bulgur pilaf with chicken fat freezes well in meal-sized airtight portions. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly with a small splash of water or stock; this helps restore moisture if the grains have dried out.
Yes, you can make bulgur pilaf with chicken fat without onion. Sauté the bulgur briefly in the fat, then cook it with hot water or stock; garlic, black pepper, or herbs can add flavor without changing the basic method.
To make bulgur pilaf with chicken fat lighter, use a modest amount of chicken fat and build flavor with onion, herbs, or stock rather than adding more fat. Serve it with vegetables or a salad instead of another rich side.
Vitamins
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
B3
2.2mg · 14% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B5
0.5mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.1mg · 48% DV
Copper
0.24mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
160mg · 23% DV
Sodium
440mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
250mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Bulgur pilaf with chicken fat is a Turkish-style pilaf made by briefly frying bulgur in chicken fat, then simmering it in water or stock until tender. The fat gives the grains a savoury, rounded flavour, while the cooked bulgur usually keeps a little bite.
In Turkey, it is commonly served alongside chicken or other meat dishes, often with yoghurt and salad; it also makes a satisfying meal on its own. For cooks elsewhere, it works well as a hearty side for roasted vegetables or grilled meat. Bulgur contributes fibre and makes the dish filling: it has 4.2 g of fibre per 100 g. Use the chicken fat sparingly and add a fresh salad for a lighter plate.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.