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Bulgur, spices, isot pepper, pomegranate molasses, meatless, vegan
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Çiğköfte without wrap has 170 calories. It contains 32 g of carbs, 4.5 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 5.5 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Manganese covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
170
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
32g
· 12% DV
Protein
4.5g
· 9% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
5.5g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 11% · Fat 13%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 420 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% |
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% |
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 serving (medium) | 120 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 34 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 40 g | 68 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 238 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 160 g | 272 kcal |
| 10 piece (extra large) | 200 g | 340 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
Çiğköfte without wrap is the Turkish bulgur-and-spice mixture served as shaped pieces rather than rolled inside flatbread. The widely sold Turkish version is usually meatless, and it is commonly eaten with lettuce, lemon, or fresh herbs.
The widely available Turkish style of çiğköfte without wrap is usually meatless, despite the dish’s historical association with raw meat. Recipes can differ, so ask about the ingredients when buying homemade or regional versions.
Çiğköfte without wrap is typically made with fine bulgur, isot pepper, tomato or pepper paste, onion, and spices. Lemon juice or pomegranate molasses may add tang, and recipes vary in their use of oil and other seasonings.
To make çiğköfte without wrap, knead fine bulgur with isot, paste, onion, and spices until the mixture softens and holds together. Season it with lemon juice or pomegranate molasses, then squeeze portions into the familiar ridged shape.
Eat çiğköfte without wrap on its own or tucked into a lettuce leaf. Lemon, parsley, and green onion are common accompaniments; flatbread can also be served alongside without turning the dish into a wrap.
Çiğköfte without wrap is often spicy because isot pepper is a defining seasoning, though the heat varies by recipe and shop. Lettuce, lemon, or a cooling drink can soften the sensation; homemade batches can use less isot.
Çiğköfte without wrap belongs to Turkish çiğköfte tradition, especially associated with southeastern Turkey and Şanlıurfa. Today’s widely sold meatless version differs from older raw-meat preparations, while the bulgur, spices, and shaped serving style remain characteristic.
The çiğköfte mixture is generally the same; the difference is how it is served. Çiğköfte without wrap comes as shaped pieces, while a wrap puts the mixture inside flatbread, often with lettuce, herbs, or sauce.
Keep leftover çiğköfte without wrap in a sealed container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Don’t leave it sitting at room temperature for extended periods, and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, çiğköfte without wrap can be frozen, although thawing may make the bulgur softer and the pieces less firm. Freeze it in an airtight container in portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and don’t refreeze it after thawing.
Vitamins
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Folate
28µg · 7% DV
B3
1.1mg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
60µg · 7% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.6mg · 26% DV
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Copper
0.15mg · 17% DV
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
220mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Çiğköfte without wrap is the unwrapped, meatless version of çiğköfte, a dish associated with southeastern Turkey. Fine bulgur is kneaded with pepper and tomato paste, isot chilli, spices and often pomegranate molasses, then shaped into small portions. The widely available meatless version is usually vegan, though traditional çiğköfte has also been made with meat.
It is warmly spiced, tangy and soft with a little bite. In Turkey and Turkish communities abroad, it is often served with lettuce, lemon and fresh greens; leaving out the wrap makes it easy to enjoy straight from a plate. Bulgur makes it a carbohydrate- and fibre-forward choice, with comparatively modest protein. Add extra salad and lemon for a lighter-feeling meal.
Medium
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Medium
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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 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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.