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Traditional sweet snack made with dried figs and walnuts
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fig walnut sucuk (40 g) has 136 calories. That works out to 340 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.8 g of carbs, 2 g of protein, 4 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
136
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
24.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
2g
· 4% DV
Fat
4g
· 5% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 6% · Fat 25%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 136 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.44 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 2 g | 4% |
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 piece (medium) | 40 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 204 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 272 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 340 kcal |
Calculated from 340 calories per 100 g.
Fig walnut sucuk is a traditional sweet snack made by combining dried figs and walnuts. Depending on the maker, walnuts may be wrapped inside whole figs, or the figs and walnuts may be pressed together and shaped into a firm roll.
Fig walnut sucuk is commonly made by softening dried figs, opening or flattening them, adding walnuts, and rolling or pressing everything into shape. Some recipes keep the figs whole, while others mash them first.
No, fig walnut sucuk is not the same as churchkhela. Churchkhela traditionally has nuts threaded on a string and coated in a thickened grape mixture; fig walnut sucuk combines walnuts with dried figs instead.
Fig walnut sucuk is eaten as-is, usually sliced or broken into small pieces. It works as a sweet snack with tea or coffee, or as a portable bite when you want dried fruit and nuts together.
Store fig walnut sucuk in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. If your kitchen is warm or humid, refrigerate it; letting a portion sit briefly at room temperature can soften its texture.
Some fig walnut sucuk contains added sugar, syrup, or grape molasses, while other versions rely on the sweetness of dried figs. The recipe varies, so the ingredient list is the way to tell for a packaged product.
There is no single shelf life for fig walnut sucuk because moisture and preparation vary. Follow the package date when available; discard it if you notice fuzzy growth, an unusual sour smell, or a damp, sticky texture.
Yes, fig walnut sucuk can be frozen in an airtight, freezer-safe package. Thaw it in the refrigerator; it may be softer afterward, so slicing it while still slightly firm can make serving easier.
Fig walnut sucuk offers dried fruit and walnuts, but it is still a concentrated sweet snack. Enjoying a small piece alongside a meal or unsweetened drink is a practical way to keep its sweetness in perspective.
Fig walnut sucuk can raise blood sugar because dried figs provide concentrated carbohydrates, and some recipes add sweeteners. If you have diabetes, ask your diabetes care team how it fits your meal plan and portion needs.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
6.8µg · 6% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.2mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Manganese
0.28mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
26mg · 6% DV
Sodium
6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 136 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Fig walnut sucuk is a traditional Turkish sweet snack made by bringing dried figs and walnuts together in a firm, sausage-shaped log. Despite the name, it is a confection rather than a meat sausage; it is sliced to serve.
Its texture is chewy and dense, with the figs’ concentrated sweetness balanced by the walnuts’ crunch and rich, nutty taste. In Turkey, it is often enjoyed in small slices with tea or offered as a sweet bite between meals. It is naturally sweet and energy-dense, with fibre from the figs and fat, plus some protein, from the walnuts. Pair a modest piece with plain yoghurt or fresh fruit for a more balanced snack.
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 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.
Contains these 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
0.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.