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Hengel with Potatoes Calories
Traditional Turkish dumpling dish from Erzurum, filled with boiled potatoes.
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Hengel with Potatoes (60 g) has 102 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 19.2 g of carbs, 2.5 g of protein, 1.5 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Hengel with Potatoes Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
102
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
19.2g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.5g
· 5% DV
Fat
1.5g
· 2% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 77% · Protein 10% · Fat 13%
Hengel with Potatoes nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 102 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.36 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 126 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 2.5 g | 5% |
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 Medium Hengel with Potatoes?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 153 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 220 g | 374 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 300 g | 510 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 510 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hengel with Potatoes
What is Hengel with Potatoes?
Hengel with Potatoes is a traditional dumpling dish from Erzurum, Türkiye, made with dough filled with boiled potatoes. It is commonly served with garlicky yogurt and melted butter, rather than the meat filling associated with many familiar dumplings.
How do you make Hengel with Potatoes?
To make Hengel with Potatoes, mash boiled potatoes for the filling, wrap portions in rolled dough, and seal the edges. Boil the dumplings until cooked, then serve them with garlicky yogurt and butter, often flavored with red pepper.
Where does Hengel with Potatoes come from?
Hengel with Potatoes comes from Erzurum in eastern Türkiye, where it is part of the regional home-cooking tradition. Hengel recipes vary between households and local versions, but this one is distinguished by its boiled-potato filling.
What is the difference between Hengel with Potatoes and Turkish manti?
Hengel with Potatoes is filled with boiled potato, while the best-known Turkish manti is usually filled with seasoned minced meat. Hengel may also have a different shape or size, and its Erzurum-style serving often features yogurt and butter.
What sauce goes on Hengel with Potatoes?
Garlicky yogurt and melted butter are classic toppings for Hengel with Potatoes. Red pepper is often added to the butter for extra flavor. Spoon the sauces over the dumplings just before serving so the dough does not become soggy.
How should you seal Hengel with Potatoes so the filling stays inside?
Seal Hengel with Potatoes by pressing the dough edges firmly together around the potato filling, without trapping excess filling at the seam. A well-sealed edge helps prevent the dumplings from opening in the boiling water.
What do you serve with Hengel with Potatoes?
Serve Hengel with Potatoes with a fresh salad or pickles to balance its soft dumplings and rich yogurt-butter topping. Since the dish is already filling, a light side is usually a better match than another substantial main course.
Can you freeze Hengel with Potatoes?
Yes, Hengel with Potatoes can be frozen uncooked. Freeze the dumplings in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed container so they do not stick together. Cook them straight from frozen in boiling water until done.
How do you store leftover Hengel with Potatoes?
Store leftover Hengel with Potatoes in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Keep the yogurt and butter topping separate when possible; this helps the dumplings avoid absorbing the sauce and turning overly soft.
Can you prepare Hengel with Potatoes ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare Hengel with Potatoes ahead by making the filling and shaping the dumplings before serving. Keep them covered and refrigerated, with a light dusting of flour to prevent sticking, then boil them close to mealtime.
Hengel with Potatoes Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.09mg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.18mg · 4% DV
Vitamin C
3mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Sodium
126mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
27mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
114mg · 3% DV
Hengel with Potatoes Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hengel with Potatoes
To burn the 102 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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What is Hengel with Potatoes?
Hengel with Potatoes is a traditional dumpling dish from Erzurum in eastern Turkey. Pieces of dough are filled with boiled potatoes, then shaped and cooked; the exact folds and seasoning can vary from one household to another. It is a comforting, home-style dish rather than a single fixed recipe.
The dumplings are soft and filling, and are commonly served hot with garlic yogurt and a butter-based topping. They work well as a main meal, with a crisp salad alongside to balance the dough and potato. Their nutritional character is chiefly carbohydrate, with a more modest amount of protein. For a lighter serving, use less butter and keep the yogurt plain.
How Nutritious Is Hengel with Potatoes?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Hengel with Potatoes 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 Hengel with Potatoes Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Hengel with Potatoes Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Hengel with Potatoes Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.42g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.