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Circassian Dumplings Calories
Traditional Circassian dumplings with thin dough and minced meat filling
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
8 piece (medium) of Circassian Dumplings (120 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 10.2 g of protein, 8.6 g of fat and 1.9 g of fiber. Its 0.3 µg of B12 covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Circassian Dumplings Nutrition Facts
Selected: 8 piece (medium) · 120 g
252
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
33.6g
· 12% DV
Protein
10.2g
· 20% DV
Fat
8.6g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.9g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 16% · Fat 31%
Circassian Dumplings nutrition facts table · 8 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.6 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 408 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 20% |
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 8 Pieces of Circassian Dumplings?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 8 piece (medium) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 32 kcal |
| 4 piece (small) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 12 piece (large) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 525 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Circassian Dumplings
What are Circassian Dumplings?
Circassian Dumplings are a traditional Circassian dish made by enclosing minced meat in thin dough and cooking the parcels. Recipes vary between households, but the meat filling and delicate wrapper are defining features.
How do you make Circassian Dumplings from scratch?
Make Circassian Dumplings by preparing a firm dough, rolling it thin, adding small portions of minced-meat filling, and sealing each piece before cooking. Keep the unused dough covered while shaping so its surface does not dry out.
What is usually inside Circassian Dumplings?
Circassian Dumplings are traditionally filled with minced meat, often seasoned with onion and spices. Keep the filling fairly dry and avoid overfilling each wrapper, which makes the dumplings easier to seal and less likely to split.
How are Circassian Dumplings different from manti?
Circassian Dumplings are a Circassian-style dumpling, while manti is a broader name used for several dumpling traditions. Shapes and sizes vary, but Circassian Dumplings are known for thin dough wrapped around a minced-meat filling.
What sauce goes with Circassian Dumplings?
Garlic yogurt and a warm butter-based topping are common with Circassian Dumplings. Serve the dumplings hot and add the sauce just before eating, so the dough does not sit under the topping for too long.
How do you stop Circassian Dumplings from bursting while cooking?
Seal Circassian Dumplings firmly and keep the filling away from the edges to help prevent bursting. Lower them gently into the cooking water and stir carefully; forceful stirring can damage the thin wrappers.
Can you use wonton wrappers for Circassian Dumplings?
Yes, wonton wrappers can stand in for homemade dough when making Circassian Dumplings, though the result will not have exactly the same texture. Add a modest amount of filling, moisten the edges, and press them closed securely.
Can Circassian Dumplings be frozen before cooking?
Yes, freeze uncooked Circassian Dumplings in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container once firm. Cook them straight from frozen rather than thawing, which can make the wrappers sticky and fragile.
What can you serve with Circassian Dumplings besides yogurt?
Serve Circassian Dumplings with a crisp salad or pickled vegetables if you want something fresh alongside them. A butter and spice topping is another option, especially when you prefer not to serve the dumplings with yogurt.
How should you store and reheat leftover Circassian Dumplings?
Store leftover Circassian Dumplings in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat them within a few days. Reheat them gently in a pan with a splash of water; add yogurt sauce after reheating rather than cooking it with the dumplings.
Circassian Dumplings Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.34µg · 14% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B3
1.56mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
408mg · 18% DV
Selenium
7.8µg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Zinc
1.2mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
132mg · 4% DV
Circassian Dumplings Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Circassian Dumplings
To burn the 252 calories in 8 piece (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Circassian Dumplings?
Circassian dumplings are made by wrapping a minced-meat filling in thin dough, then cooking the parcels until tender. They are associated with Circassian cooking, where dumplings are a familiar home-style dish; shapes and fillings can vary between households and regions.
Serve them hot, often with a yogurt-based accompaniment or a buttery, spiced sauce. Outside the Caucasus, they also make a hearty main course alongside a fresh salad. Their dough provides most of the carbohydrates, while the meat filling contributes protein; a generous portion can be balanced with vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Circassian Dumplings?
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 Circassian Dumplings 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 Circassian Dumplings Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Circassian Dumplings Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Circassian Dumplings Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10:1).
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