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Flat, tawny-brown whole-wheat dough pieces are folded into small, pinched dumplings and served on a plate with white yogurt and a glossy drizzle of golden butter.
●Low GI
🌿High Fiber

Whole wheat hingel Calories

Traditional hingel made with whole wheat flour, higher in fiber

CALORIES · 100 G

221kcal

GI

48low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

176mg

FIBER · 100 G

5.4g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Whole wheat hingel (200 g) has 442 calories. That works out to 221 calories per 100 g. It contains 77.2 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 7.8 g of fat and 10.8 g of fiber. Its 1.6 mg of Manganese covers 71% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Whole wheat hingel Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g

442

KCAL / 200G

Carbs

77.2g

· 28% DV

Protein

16.2g

· 32% DV

Fat

7.8g

· 10% DV

Fiber

10.8g

· 39% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 15% · Fat 15%

Whole wheat hingel nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (200 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories442 kcal
Total fat7.8 g10%
Saturated fat2.2 g11%
Trans fat0.04 g
Sodium420 mg18%
Total carbohydrate77.2 g28%
Fiber10.8 g39%
Protein16.2 g32%

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 Whole wheat hingel?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)200 g442 kcal
1 piece (small)22 g49 kcal
½ cup (half)95 g210 kcal
100 g100 g221 kcal
5 piece (medium)110 g243 kcal
1 serving (small)150 g332 kcal
8 piece (large)176 g389 kcal
1 cup (medium)190 g420 kcal
1 serving (large)280 g619 kcal

Calculated from 221 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Whole wheat hingel

What is whole wheat hingel?

Whole wheat hingel is a regional dumpling made from rolled dough wrapped around a filling and boiled. It is associated with northeastern Turkey and nearby Caucasian food traditions; recipes vary in shape and filling from one household or region to another.

What is usually inside whole wheat hingel?

Whole wheat hingel is commonly filled with potato or minced meat, sometimes with onion and seasoning. There is no single standard filling, so the version you find may be quite different from another regional or family recipe.

How is whole wheat hingel different from Turkish manti?

Whole wheat hingel is usually made as larger dumplings than the small, bite-size parcels associated with Turkish manti, and potato is a common hingel filling. Both are boiled dough dishes, but their size, shaping, and toppings vary by recipe.

Where does whole wheat hingel come from?

Whole wheat hingel is especially associated with Kars and parts of eastern Turkey, with related dumpling traditions across the Caucasus. The name and preparation can differ between communities, so it is not tied to just one fixed recipe.

How do you make whole wheat hingel dough?

Whole wheat hingel dough is made by kneading whole wheat flour with water and salt, resting it, and rolling it thin. Whole wheat flour absorbs water differently from refined flour, so add the water gradually and aim for dough that seals without tearing.

How do you cook whole wheat hingel?

Whole wheat hingel is boiled in salted water until the dough is tender and the filling is cooked through. Add the dumplings carefully and stir gently so they do not stick or split; cooking time varies with their size and filling.

What do you serve with whole wheat hingel?

Whole wheat hingel is often served with garlic yogurt and a butter-based topping. Potato-filled versions can also be finished with butter alone; add wet toppings just before serving to keep the dumplings from becoming soggy.

Can you freeze whole wheat hingel?

Yes, freeze whole wheat hingel uncooked. Arrange the dumplings separately on a tray until firm, then transfer them to a sealed container; cook them straight from frozen in boiling water, stirring gently so they do not break apart.

Can you make whole wheat hingel vegetarian?

Yes, whole wheat hingel can be made with a potato filling instead of minced meat. Check that any added sauces or toppings are also meat-free, since some family recipes use meat-based ingredients alongside the dumplings.

Why does whole wheat hingel dough tear when you shape it?

Whole wheat hingel dough can tear when it is too dry, rolled too thin, or not rested enough. Add water gradually while kneading, let the dough relax before rolling, and avoid overfilling the dumplings so their edges can seal securely.

Whole wheat hingel Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B3

5.2mg · 33% DV

B1

0.36mg · 30% DV

Biotin

8µg · 27% DV

B6

0.28mg · 16% DV

Minerals

Manganese

1.64mg · 71% DV

Selenium

38µg · 69% DV

Copper

0.36mg · 40% DV

Phosphorus

276mg · 39% DV

Sodium

420mg · 18% DV

Potassium ⭐

352mg · 10% DV

Whole wheat hingel Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

48
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

36
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Whole wheat hingel

To burn the 442 calories in 1 serving (medium) (200 g):

🚶

109min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

45min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

60min

Cycling

🏊

52min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Whole wheat hingel?

Whole wheat hingel is a Turkish dumpling associated with eastern Anatolia, including the Kars region, made with dough prepared from whole wheat flour. Depending on the household and local style, the dough is folded around a potato or minced-meat filling, then boiled until tender.

It is usually served hot with yogurt, often topped with melted butter and chilli flakes; garlic yogurt makes a familiar, tangy accompaniment. Whole wheat flour gives the dumplings more fibre than a version made with refined flour, making them a satisfying main dish. For a lighter plate, serve them with a crisp salad and go easy on the butter.

How Nutritious Is Whole wheat hingel?

Nutrient density

Medium

54/ 100

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

57/ 100

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 Whole wheat hingel 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 Whole wheat hingel Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Whole wheat hingel Good For?

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

Whole wheat hingel Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.6g

POLYUNSATURATED

2g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 30.7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (30.7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.