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A white egg with a bright golden yolk is served beside a mound of deep red-brown acuka, a thick, slightly oily paste flecked with herbs and crushed nuts.
●Low GI

Egg with acuka Calories

Protein-rich egg dish with added fat and sodium from acuka

CALORIES · 100 G

185kcal

GI

8low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

180mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.2g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Egg with acuka (140 g) has 259 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.7 g of carbs, 14.3 g of protein, 19.3 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 1.3 µg of B12 covers 55% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 8 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Egg with acuka Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 140 g

259

KCAL / 140G

Carbs

6.7g

· 2% DV

Protein

14.3g

· 29% DV

Fat

19.3g

· 25% DV

Fiber

1.7g

· 6% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 22% · Fat 68%

Egg with acuka nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (140 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories259 kcal
Total fat19.3 g25%
Saturated fat4.48 g22%
Trans fat0.04 g
Sodium434 mg19%
Total carbohydrate6.7 g2%
Fiber1.7 g6%
Protein14.3 g29%

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 Egg with acuka?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)140 g259 kcal
1 piece (small)70 g130 kcal
1 piece (medium)90 g167 kcal
100 g100 g185 kcal
1 piece (large)120 g222 kcal
1 serving (large)180 g333 kcal
2 piece (double)180 g333 kcal
1 cup (medium)220 g407 kcal

Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Egg with acuka

What is egg with acuka?

Egg with acuka is an egg dish flavored with acuka, a savory Turkish spread commonly made with pepper paste, walnuts, garlic and spices. The eggs may be cooked with the spread or served with it on top, depending on the recipe.

How do you make egg with acuka?

Cook eggs in a lightly oiled pan, then stir in a little acuka or spoon it over the finished eggs. Start with a small amount because acuka is strongly flavored and can be salty; adjust to taste before adding extra salt.

What does acuka taste like in egg with acuka?

Acuka gives egg with acuka a bold, savory taste, often with pepper, garlic, spices and a nutty note from walnuts. The heat varies by recipe, so the dish can be mild or quite spicy.

Should you mix acuka into the eggs or serve it on top?

Either method works for egg with acuka. Mixing it in spreads the flavor through the eggs, while adding it on top keeps the acuka more concentrated and lets each person control how much they eat.

What can you serve with egg with acuka?

Serve egg with acuka with crusty bread or flatbread to scoop up the eggs and spread. Fresh vegetables such as tomatoes and cucumbers make a good contrast to the rich, spicy acuka.

Can you make egg with acuka less spicy?

Yes. Use a mild acuka and add it gradually to egg with acuka, tasting as you go. Acuka recipes vary in their pepper and spice levels, so reducing the amount is the simplest way to keep the dish mild.

Can you make egg with acuka without walnuts?

Yes, you can make egg with acuka using a walnut-free acuka recipe or a suitable alternative spread. Walnuts are common in acuka but not essential to the egg dish; check the ingredients if you are avoiding nuts because of an allergy.

Is egg with acuka the same as Turkish menemen?

No. Egg with acuka gets its distinctive flavor from the pepper-and-spice spread, while menemen is typically cooked with tomatoes and peppers. Egg with acuka does not need tomatoes, and the eggs can be left whole rather than scrambled.

Can you use store-bought acuka for egg with acuka?

Yes, store-bought acuka works well for egg with acuka. Its saltiness and heat can vary, so taste it first and add it a little at a time rather than seasoning the eggs heavily from the start.

Can you prepare egg with acuka ahead of time?

Egg with acuka is best cooked just before serving, since reheated eggs can become firm and dry. You can prepare the acuka ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator, then cook the eggs when you are ready to eat.

Egg with acuka Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

1.33µg · 55% DV

Biotin

15.4µg · 51% DV

B2

0.45mg · 35% DV

B5

1.68mg · 34% DV

Minerals

Selenium

27µg · 49% DV

Phosphorus

217mg · 31% DV

Iodine

31µg · 21% DV

Sodium

434mg · 19% DV

Potassium ⭐

252mg · 7% DV

Egg with acuka Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

8
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.6
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Egg with acuka

To burn the 259 calories in 1 serving (medium) (140 g):

🚶

64min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

26min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

35min

Cycling

🏊

30min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Egg with acuka?

Egg with acuka is a simple pan-cooked dish combining eggs with acuka, a Turkish spread made with pepper paste, walnuts and spices. Depending on the cook, the eggs may be left whole or stirred into the acuka as they cook. Acuka is also commonly served on its own, spread on bread at breakfast.

Its savoury, gently spicy and nutty flavour contrasts with the soft texture of the eggs. In Turkey, it is most at home at a leisurely breakfast, often with bread and tea; it can also be served as a small sharing dish. The eggs make it a protein-containing meal, while the acuka adds fat and salt. Use a modest amount of acuka and serve with fresh tomatoes or greens for a lighter plate.

How Nutritious Is Egg with acuka?

Nutrient density

High

63/ 100

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

43/ 100

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 Egg with acuka 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 Egg with acuka Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts yes
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Egg with acuka Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ 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

Egg with acuka Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.48g

MONOUNSATURATED

7.56g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.36g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 26.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (26.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.