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Half Chicken Tantuni Calories
Protein-rich chicken wrap
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (half) of Half Chicken Tantuni (150 g) has 291 calories. That works out to 194 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.2 g of carbs, 19.2 g of protein, 11.7 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 7.7 mg of B3 covers 48% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Half Chicken Tantuni Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (half) · 150 g
291
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
27.2g
· 10% DV
Protein
19.2g
· 38% DV
Fat
11.7g
· 15% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 26% · Fat 37%
Half Chicken Tantuni nutrition facts table · 1 piece (half) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 291 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.7 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 2.28 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 657 mg | 29% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.2 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 19.2 g | 38% |
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 ½ Half Chicken Tantuni?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (half) | 150 g | 291 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 55 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 110 g | 213 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 150 g | 291 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 349 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 230 g | 446 kcal |
Calculated from 194 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Half Chicken Tantuni
What is half chicken tantuni?
Half chicken tantuni is a half-size serving of Mersin-style tantuni made with chicken, usually wrapped in thin flatbread. The meat is finely chopped and cooked on a hot griddle, then commonly served with tomato, onion, parsley, and lemon.
How is half chicken tantuni traditionally cooked?
Half chicken tantuni is cooked by turning finely chopped chicken on a hot, shallow griddle, often with a little oil and water. The cooked chicken is wrapped in flatbread, sometimes warmed on the griddle with the cooking juices.
What is the difference between chicken tantuni and beef tantuni?
Chicken tantuni uses chicken instead of the beef commonly used in classic tantuni. Chicken has a milder taste and cooks faster, while both versions are typically seasoned and served in a similar flatbread wrap.
What usually comes in a half chicken tantuni wrap?
A half chicken tantuni wrap usually contains griddled chicken with tomato, onion, and parsley in thin flatbread. Lemon, sumac, or chilli may be added, but fillings vary by shop, so ask if you want a particular topping left out.
Is half chicken tantuni spicy?
Half chicken tantuni is not necessarily spicy; its heat usually comes from added chilli or the shop’s seasoning. Ask for it without chilli if you prefer a mild wrap, or request extra chilli for more heat.
Where does chicken tantuni come from?
Chicken tantuni is a variation of tantuni, a street food strongly associated with Mersin in southern Turkey. The classic style is often made with beef, while chicken offers a popular alternative using the same griddle-and-wrap approach.
What is the best way to serve half chicken tantuni?
Half chicken tantuni is best served hot, with lemon and fresh accompaniments such as onion, tomato, and parsley. Pickles or ayran are common choices alongside it, while extra sauces depend on the shop or personal taste.
Can you make half chicken tantuni at home?
Yes, you can make half chicken tantuni at home by finely chopping chicken and cooking it quickly on a very hot pan with a little oil and water. Wrap it in flatbread with onion, tomato, parsley, and lemon.
How should leftover half chicken tantuni be stored?
Refrigerate leftover half chicken tantuni promptly in a covered container rather than leaving the chicken-filled wrap at room temperature. Eat it soon, and reheat the filling thoroughly; storing the filling separately can help keep the bread from getting soggy.
Can half chicken tantuni be reheated the next day?
Yes, leftover half chicken tantuni can be reheated the next day if it was refrigerated promptly. Warm the chicken filling thoroughly in a pan, then add it to fresh flatbread for a better texture than reheating the whole wrap.
Half Chicken Tantuni Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
7.65mg · 48% DV
B6
0.51mg · 30% DV
B5
0.87mg · 17% DV
Biotin
4.65µg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
24µg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
213mg · 30% DV
Sodium
657mg · 29% DV
Manganese
0.47mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
321mg · 9% DV
Half Chicken Tantuni Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Half Chicken Tantuni
To burn the 291 calories in 1 piece (half) (150 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Half Chicken Tantuni?
Half chicken tantuni is the smaller serving of tantuni, a street-food speciality associated with Mersin in southern Turkey. Finely chopped chicken is cooked on a hot griddle with oil and seasoning, then wrapped in thin lavash. It makes a quick, filling meal from a stall or takeaway.
The chicken is savoury and tender, while the lavash is soft and lightly oily. It is commonly served with tomato, onion, parsley and sumac, with lemon, pickles or turnip juice on the side. Chicken contributes protein, while the bread adds much of the meal’s substance. Ask for less oil or add a fresh salad for a lighter combination.
How Nutritious Is Half Chicken Tantuni?
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 Half Chicken Tantuni 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 Half Chicken Tantuni Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Half Chicken Tantuni 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
Half Chicken Tantuni Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.77g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.61g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.1:1).
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