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Chickpea and Egg Poğaça Calories
A baked savory pastry containing chickpeas and egg, providing protein and fiber.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Chickpea and Egg Poğaça (65 g) has 189 calories. That works out to 290 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.7 g of carbs, 7.2 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 9.1 µg of Selenium covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Chickpea and Egg Poğaça Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 65 g
189
KCAL / 65G
Carbs
24.7g
· 9% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 15% · Fat 32%
Chickpea and Egg Poğaça nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (65 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 189 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.76 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 280 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.7 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% |
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 Chickpea and Egg Poğaça?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 65 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 261 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 2 piece (mini) | 100 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 130 g | 377 kcal |
Calculated from 290 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chickpea and Egg Poğaça
What is Chickpea and Egg Poğaça?
Chickpea and Egg Poğaça is a Turkish savory pastry made with poğaça dough and chickpeas and egg, usually as part of its filling. Recipes vary: the egg may also be mixed into the dough, and the pastry is baked until golden.
How do you make Chickpea and Egg Poğaça?
To make Chickpea and Egg Poğaça, prepare poğaça dough, add a filling made with cooked chickpeas and egg, shape the pastries, and bake until golden. Drain the chickpeas well first so excess moisture does not make the dough soggy.
Can you use canned chickpeas in Chickpea and Egg Poğaça?
Yes, canned chickpeas work in Chickpea and Egg Poğaça. Drain and rinse them, then pat them dry before adding them to the filling; removing excess liquid helps the pastry keep its shape and prevents a wet center.
How should Chickpea and Egg Poğaça be served?
Serve Chickpea and Egg Poğaça warm or at room temperature, often with tea or as part of a Turkish breakfast. Fresh vegetables such as tomatoes and cucumbers make an easy accompaniment, while the pastry can also work as a portable savory snack.
Can Chickpea and Egg Poğaça be frozen?
Yes, Chickpea and Egg Poğaça freezes well. Let the baked pastries cool completely, wrap them individually, and freeze in an airtight container. Thaw in the refrigerator and warm in the oven to restore a better pastry texture.
How long does Chickpea and Egg Poğaça keep in the fridge?
Chickpea and Egg Poğaça keeps for a few days in the refrigerator when stored in a covered container after cooling. Because it contains egg, do not leave it out for an extended time; discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Why is my Chickpea and Egg Poğaça dough tough?
Chickpea and Egg Poğaça dough can turn tough if too much flour is added, it is overworked, or the pastries bake for too long. Add flour gradually and stop mixing once the dough is soft and comes together.
Can you make Chickpea and Egg Poğaça ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare Chickpea and Egg Poğaça ahead. Shape the pastries and refrigerate them covered before baking, or bake them in advance and chill them promptly; warm baked poğaça in the oven shortly before serving.
What can you use instead of boiled egg in Chickpea and Egg Poğaça?
You can leave out the boiled egg in Chickpea and Egg Poğaça or replace it with extra cooked chickpeas, though the filling will no longer have the same egg texture. Keep the filling fairly dry so it stays inside the dough.
Why does Chickpea and Egg Poğaça split open while baking?
Chickpea and Egg Poğaça may split if the filling is too wet, the dough is stretched too thin, or the edges are not sealed. Use a modest amount of cooled filling and pinch the seam firmly before placing each pastry seam-side down.
Chickpea and Egg Poğaça Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
3.25µg · 11% DV
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
Folate
35.1µg · 9% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
9.1µg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
101mg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.31mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Sodium
280mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
133mg · 4% DV
Chickpea and Egg Poğaça Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chickpea and Egg Poğaça
To burn the 189 calories in 1 piece (medium) (65 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 Chickpea and Egg Poğaça?
Chickpea and egg poğaça is a Turkish-style savoury pastry made with poğaça dough and chickpeas and egg, either incorporated into the dough or used as a filling. Poğaça is a familiar bakery and home-baked staple in Turkey, served at breakfast and with tea; this version brings legumes and egg into the classic pastry format.
Expect a lightly browned outside and a soft, substantial centre, with the chickpeas’ earthy flavour balanced by the egg. It works for breakfast, a snack, or a simple lunch with salad. Chickpeas and egg contribute protein and fibre, while the pastry dough supplies much of the carbohydrate; a medium piece is about 65 g. For a lighter plate, pair it with fresh vegetables rather than another pastry or rich side.
How Nutritious Is Chickpea and Egg Poğaça?
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 Chickpea and Egg Poğaça 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 Chickpea and Egg Poğaça Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Chickpea and Egg Poğaça 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
Chickpea and Egg Poğaça Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.67g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 27.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (27.4:1).
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