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Spicy pasta dish
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Harra makaron (180 g) has 302 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.3 g of carbs, 8.6 g of protein, 9.7 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 21.6 µg of Selenium covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
302
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
44.3g
· 16% DV
Protein
8.6g
· 17% DV
Fat
9.7g
· 12% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 12% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 302 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.7 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 1.62 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 396 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.3 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 8.6 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 18 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 151 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 140 g | 235 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 504 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Harra makaron is a spicy pasta dish associated with Levantine cooking. Its recipes vary, but garlic, chili and a tomato-based sauce are common; the name signals its hot, peppery character.
Boil the pasta and toss it with a cooked spicy sauce to make Harra makaron. A simple version starts with garlic and chili warmed in oil, followed by tomato sauce, then the drained pasta.
Harra makaron is commonly associated with Lebanese and wider Levantine cooking. It is best understood as a regional-style dish rather than a recipe with one fixed ingredient list shared by every household.
“Harra” means hot or spicy in Arabic. The name describes the dish’s chili-forward flavor, though a home-cooked Harra makaron can be mild or fiery depending on how much chili goes into the sauce.
Harra makaron is usually spicy, but its heat level is adjustable. Start with a small amount of chili when cooking it at home, then add more after tasting; yogurt alongside can soften the heat.
Short pasta shapes such as penne or fusilli work well in Harra makaron because their ridges and hollows catch the sauce. There is no single required shape, so use a short pasta you have on hand.
Harra makaron usually gets its heat from chili, with garlic and tomato often forming the base of the sauce. Some versions add herbs or lemon, so the exact flavor varies between recipes.
Yes, Harra makaron can be made without tomatoes, although the sauce will taste less tangy and have a different texture. Use garlic, chili and oil as the base, and add a little pasta water to help coat the noodles.
Serve Harra makaron with plain yogurt, a fresh salad or simple vegetables. Cooling, mild sides balance the chili, while crusty bread is useful for scooping up any sauce left on the plate.
Refrigerate leftover Harra makaron in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within three to four days. Reheat it until steaming hot; loosen a thickened sauce with a splash of water.
Vitamins
B3
1.98mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.24µg · 11% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B6
0.14mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Manganese
0.5mg · 22% DV
Sodium
396mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Harras makaron is a spicy pasta dish associated with Levantine and eastern Mediterranean cooking. It is made by tossing cooked pasta with a punchy sauce, often featuring chilli, garlic and tomato; recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen.
Served hot, it works as a simple main course, with the heat and garlic giving the pasta its character. Across the Mediterranean and for home cooks elsewhere, it pairs well with a crisp salad or plain yoghurt to balance the spice. It is mainly a carbohydrate dish, with some protein and a modest amount of fibre. Use oil sparingly and add vegetables to make the plate feel lighter.
Low
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not 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
1.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 39.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (39.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.