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Chicken Bastirma Calories
High-protein spiced cured chicken
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Chicken Bastirma (50 g) has 93 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.6 g of carbs, 15.8 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 6.6 mg of B3 covers 41% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 10 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Chicken Bastirma Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 50 g
93
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
1.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
15.8g
· 32% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 7% · Protein 68% · Fat 25%
Chicken Bastirma nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (50 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 93 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.68 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 925 mg | 40% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% |
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 Serving of Chicken Bastirma?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 28 kcal |
| 2 slice (thin) | 30 g | 56 kcal |
| 3 slice (medium) | 45 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 139 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 80 g | 148 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 150 g | 278 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chicken Bastirma
What is Chicken Bastirma?
Chicken Bastirma is chicken prepared in a pastirma-style, typically salted, seasoned and sometimes dried. Recipes and products vary, so it may be sold ready to eat or require cooking; it is not the same as plain fresh chicken.
What does Chicken Bastirma taste like?
Chicken Bastirma usually tastes savory, salty and strongly seasoned, with a firmer texture than fresh chicken. The exact flavor depends on its spice coating and curing method; some versions are more garlicky or peppery than others.
How is Chicken Bastirma made?
Chicken Bastirma is generally made by salting chicken and coating it with spices, then resting and sometimes drying it. This makes it a processed meat product. Safe curing and drying conditions matter for poultry, so improvised home-curing methods are not advisable.
Is Chicken Bastirma ready to eat?
Some Chicken Bastirma is sold ready to eat, while other versions need cooking. Curing or drying alone does not prove that poultry is safe to eat without cooking, so follow the package directions and fully cook it if instructed.
How do you eat Chicken Bastirma?
If it is labeled ready to eat, Chicken Bastirma can be sliced into sandwiches, served with eggs, or added to a salad or appetizer plate. If the product requires cooking, cook it as directed before serving.
Does Chicken Bastirma contain fenugreek?
Some Chicken Bastirma recipes use fenugreek, garlic and other spices in a pastirma-style coating, but fenugreek is not universal. The seasoning varies by recipe and producer, so the flavor and ingredients can differ substantially.
Can Chicken Bastirma replace beef pastirma?
Chicken Bastirma can stand in for beef pastirma in sandwiches or cooked dishes, but it is not an exact match. It generally has a milder flavor and a different texture, and it may need less cooking to avoid drying out.
How should you store Chicken Bastirma after opening?
Keep opened Chicken Bastirma refrigerated in a tightly sealed container and follow the package’s storage instructions. Discard it if its smell, color or texture changes; do not taste it to decide whether it is still safe.
Can you freeze Chicken Bastirma?
Yes, Chicken Bastirma can be frozen. Wrap it airtight, preferably in portions, and thaw it in the refrigerator. Freezing may change its texture slightly, and thawed portions should not be frozen again.
Is Chicken Bastirma healthy to eat regularly?
Chicken Bastirma provides protein, but it is also a salted, processed meat, and its sodium content varies. Rather than making it an everyday protein, vary your choices with less processed foods and keep portions moderate.
Chicken Bastirma Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
6.6mg · 41% DV
B6
0.31mg · 18% DV
B5
0.53mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.5µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
925mg · 40% DV
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
123mg · 18% DV
Zinc
0.63mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
170mg · 5% DV
Chicken Bastirma Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chicken Bastirma
To burn the 93 calories in 1 serving (medium) (50 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Chicken Bastirma?
Chicken Bastirma is chicken prepared in the style of bastirma, a cured meat associated with Turkey and the wider Anatolian region. The meat is salted, pressed or dried, then seasoned; recipes and commercial versions vary, and the spice coating may differ from the fenugreek-rich one used for beef bastirma.
Slice it thinly for breakfast with eggs and bread, tuck it into a sandwich, or serve a few slices as part of a small mezze spread. Its defining nutritional feature is its high protein content: 100 g provides 31.5 g. Since cured meat can taste quite savoury, pair it with fresh vegetables and use a modest portion when you want a lighter plate.
How Nutritious Is Chicken Bastirma?
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 Chicken Bastirma 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 Chicken Bastirma Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Chicken Bastirma Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chicken Bastirma Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.68g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.93g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.46g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.