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Fat-free, spicy bulgur patties, low fat, high fiber
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Fat-free çiğköfte has 130 calories. It contains 27 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 0.5 g of fat and 4.7 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 100 g
130
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
27g
· 10% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fiber
4.7g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 84% · Protein 13% · Fat 3%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.5 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.08 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 440 mg | 19% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% |
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 | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 26 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 40 g | 52 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 130 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 100 g | 130 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 160 g | 208 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 260 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 260 kcal |
Calculated from 130 calories per 100 g.
Fat-free çiğköfte is usually made from fine bulgur, tomato and pepper paste, isot pepper, onion, and other seasonings. The mixture is kneaded until the bulgur softens and holds its shape; recipes differ in their seasoning and paste proportions.
No, the fat-free çiğköfte commonly sold today is usually meatless. The word “raw” refers to the bulgur mixture being kneaded rather than cooked; older meat-based preparations are a different version of the dish.
No, fat-free çiğköfte is served ready to eat without cooking. Kneading softens the bulgur with liquid, paste, and seasonings, so you do not need to bake or fry it; commercially sold versions are prepared foods.
Fat-free çiğköfte is commonly wrapped in lettuce leaves or rolled into lavash as a dürüm. Lemon, parsley, and other greens are popular accompaniments, while ayran is often served alongside to balance the spicy flavor.
“Meatless” means the çiğköfte contains no meat, while “fat-free” describes the fat in its recipe. The terms are not interchangeable: a meatless version may still include oil, so check the ingredients if that distinction matters to you.
Fat-free çiğköfte is kneaded to soften the bulgur and help the paste and spices form a cohesive mixture. If it is not kneaded enough, it may crumble or stay dry; resting the bulgur briefly can help it absorb liquid.
Fat-free çiğköfte is often spicy because isot pepper and other chili seasonings are key to its flavor. Heat varies by recipe and seller; ask for a milder version or serve it with lettuce and lemon if you prefer less intensity.
Fat-free çiğköfte keeps for about two days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Do not leave it sitting at room temperature for long, and discard it if it develops an unusual smell, color, or sticky texture.
Yes, fat-free çiğköfte can be frozen in airtight containers or freezer bags, ideally in small portions. Thaw it in the refrigerator and eat it soon afterward; freezing and thawing may make its texture softer.
No, fat-free çiğköfte is generally the modern, meatless style, while older Turkish çiğ köfte recipes used raw meat. Both are kneaded with bulgur and seasonings, but they differ in ingredients and food-safety considerations.
Vitamins
Biotin
2.5µg · 8% DV
Folate
32µg · 8% DV
Vitamin C
7mg · 8% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Sodium
440mg · 19% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
70mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
180mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Fat-free çiğköfte is a spicy bulgur preparation associated with southeastern Turkey. Fine bulgur is kneaded with pepper and tomato pastes, onion, isot pepper and seasonings. Although older, traditional versions were made with raw meat, the widely sold Turkish version today is meatless; this version is made without added oil.
It is deeply savoury, hot and slightly tangy, with a firm, chewy texture. In Turkey, it is commonly served wrapped in lettuce or lavash, with lemon and fresh herbs, as a snack or part of a shared spread. Bulgur gives it fibre as well as carbohydrates: a 100 g portion contains 4.7 g of fibre. Pair it with plenty of salad for a lighter meal, or serve small portions alongside other dishes.
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.
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.
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
0.08g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.09g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.15g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.