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Fellah meatballs with garlic Calories
Traditional bulgur-based dumplings served with garlic sauce
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Fellah meatballs with garlic (180 g) has 302 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 53.6 g of carbs, 8.3 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 7.4 g of fiber. Its 1.3 mg of Manganese covers 56% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Fellah meatballs with garlic Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
302
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
53.6g
· 19% DV
Protein
8.3g
· 17% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% DV
Fiber
7.4g
· 26% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 11% · Fat 19%
Fellah meatballs with garlic nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 302 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.86 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 53.6 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% |
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% |
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 Fellah meatballs with garlic?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 20 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 60 g | 101 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 120 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 336 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 420 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fellah meatballs with garlic
What are Fellah meatballs with garlic?
Fellah meatballs with garlic are small Turkish bulgur dumplings served with a garlicky tomato sauce. Despite the word “meatballs,” the dumplings are typically made without meat; they are shaped, boiled, then tossed with the sauce.
How do you make Fellah meatballs with garlic?
Fellah meatballs with garlic are made by hydrating fine bulgur, kneading it into a firm dough with flour and a binder, and shaping it into small pieces. Boil the dumplings until cooked, then toss them with garlic, tomato, and pepper paste sauce.
Why do Fellah meatballs with garlic fall apart?
Fellah meatballs with garlic usually fall apart when the bulgur dough is too dry, poorly kneaded, or too loose to hold its shape. Hydrate the bulgur fully, knead until cohesive, and lower the dumplings gently into boiling water without stirring vigorously.
What sauce goes with Fellah meatballs with garlic?
A garlicky tomato sauce is the classic pairing for Fellah meatballs with garlic. It is usually made by cooking garlic with olive oil, tomato and pepper paste, then loosening it with a little cooking water so it coats the dumplings.
Are Fellah meatballs with garlic actually made with meat?
No, Fellah meatballs with garlic are generally meat-free. The “meatballs” are bulgur dumplings, not ground meat; their name describes their shape rather than their main ingredient.
Where do Fellah meatballs with garlic come from?
Fellah meatballs with garlic are associated with southern Turkish cuisine, especially the Adana region. They are part of a wider family of Turkish bulgur dumplings, with regional and household variations in their shape and sauce.
What do you serve with Fellah meatballs with garlic?
Serve Fellah meatballs with garlic with a crisp salad, yogurt, or a cooling cucumber-yogurt side. Their tomato-garlic sauce is bold, so fresh or creamy accompaniments balance the meal; they can also be served as part of a Turkish meze spread.
Can you make Fellah meatballs with garlic ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare Fellah meatballs with garlic ahead by shaping and briefly cooking the dumplings, then refrigerating them separately from the sauce. Toss them together and reheat shortly before serving so the dumplings keep their shape and the sauce stays fresh.
How long do Fellah meatballs with garlic keep in the fridge?
Cooked Fellah meatballs with garlic keep for about three days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Reheat them gently with a splash of water to loosen the sauce, and avoid leaving the dish at room temperature for an extended time.
Can you freeze Fellah meatballs with garlic?
Yes, Fellah meatballs with garlic freeze best before they are mixed with the sauce. Freeze the cooked dumplings in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container; thaw and warm them in the sauce when ready to serve.
Fellah meatballs with garlic Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B6
0.2mg · 12% DV
Vitamin K
13.5µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.3mg · 57% DV
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Phosphorus
155mg · 22% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
266mg · 8% DV
Fellah meatballs with garlic Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Fellah meatballs with garlic
To burn the 302 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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What is Fellah meatballs with garlic?
Despite the name, Fellah meatballs with garlic are not made with meat. They are small dumplings of fine bulgur, usually bound with flour or semolina, shaped and boiled, then dressed in a garlic sauce that often includes tomato or pepper paste. The dish is associated with southern Turkish cooking.
They can be served warm or at room temperature, as a side or part of a meze spread. The dumplings are pleasantly chewy, while the sauce brings a savoury, tangy edge and a pronounced garlic flavour. Bulgur makes this a carbohydrate-led dish with some fibre: a 100 g portion contains 4.1 g. Pair it with a crisp salad, or use a lighter hand with the sauce for a less rich plate.
How Nutritious Is Fellah meatballs with garlic?
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 Fellah meatballs with garlic 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 Fellah meatballs with garlic Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Fellah meatballs with garlic Good For?
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
Fellah meatballs with garlic Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.43g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.94g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.4:1).
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