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İçcir Calories
Traditional bulgur-based dish
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of İçcir (180 g) has 230 calories. That works out to 128 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.3 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 1 mg of Manganese covers 45% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
İçcir Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
230
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
40.3g
· 15% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
5.6g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 69% · Protein 11% · Fat 20%
İçcir nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 230 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.76 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.3 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% |
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 İçcir?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 18 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 115 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 205 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 500 g | 640 kcal |
Calculated from 128 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About İçcir
What is İçcir?
İçcir is a traditional bulgur-based dish. It is typically cooked at home from bulgur with seasonings and other ingredients that vary by recipe; bulgur itself is minimally processed cracked wheat, rather than a highly processed packaged base.
What does İçcir taste and feel like?
İçcir tastes savory, with its exact flavor depending on the seasonings and additions in the recipe. Properly cooked bulgur gives it a tender, hearty texture; the finished dish may be looser or thicker depending on how much liquid it absorbs.
What ingredients are used to make İçcir?
Bulgur is the defining ingredient in İçcir. Onion, tomato paste, oil, and seasonings are common additions in home-style versions, but recipes vary, so there is no single fixed ingredient list for every regional or family preparation.
How do you cook İçcir?
To cook İçcir, prepare the recipe's aromatics and seasonings, stir in the bulgur and cooking liquid, then simmer until the bulgur is tender and has absorbed the liquid. Follow the proportions in your chosen recipe, since bulgur grind and additions affect the texture.
Where does İçcir come from?
İçcir belongs to traditional Turkish bulgur cooking. Recipes and naming can vary between local and family traditions, so it is best not to assign every version to one specific town without a source for that particular recipe.
Is İçcir the same as bulgur pilaf?
No, not necessarily. Both use bulgur, but İçcir has its own traditional preparations and may include different seasonings or ingredients; bulgur pilaf usually refers to a pilaf-style dish cooked to keep the grains relatively separate.
What goes well with İçcir?
İçcir pairs well with plain yogurt, a fresh salad, or pickles. These sides add coolness and contrast to a savory bulgur dish, while roasted vegetables or another simple home-cooked dish can turn it into a fuller meal.
Can you freeze İçcir?
Yes, İçcir can be frozen once it has cooled, in a sealed freezer-safe container. Bulgur may soften after thawing, so reheat it gently with a splash of water and stir to restore a more even texture.
How long does leftover İçcir keep in the fridge?
Store leftover İçcir in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving the cooked dish out, and reheat only the portion you plan to serve.
How do you reheat İçcir without drying it out?
Reheat İçcir gently with a small splash of water, covered, on the stovetop or in a microwave-safe dish. Stir partway through so the moisture spreads through the bulgur; add a little more water if it still seems dry.
İçcir Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
2.16mg · 14% DV
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.04mg · 45% DV
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Phosphorus
130mg · 19% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
212mg · 6% DV
İçcir Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off İçcir
To burn the 230 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 İçcir?
İçcir is a traditional Turkish regional dish built around bulgur, the cracked wheat used in many Anatolian kitchens. Recipes vary by locality and household, so its exact seasoning and consistency are not fixed. The grains give it a pleasantly substantial, slightly chewy texture, while the flavour depends on the ingredients and seasonings used in a particular version.
In Turkey, it can be served as part of a home-cooked lunch or dinner, alongside other dishes; yoghurt or a fresh salad makes an easy pairing. For English-speaking diners unfamiliar with it, think of it as a savoury bulgur-based dish rather than a sweet grain preparation. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some fibre; keeping added oil modest and adding vegetables makes for a lighter plate.
How Nutritious Is İçcir?
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 İçcir 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 İçcir Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is İçcir 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
İçcir Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.46g
Omega 6:3 ratio 28:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (28:1).
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