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Energy-dense raw rice with butter; low in fiber and likely medium-high glycemic impact when cooked.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Karacadag rice, raw, buttered (185 g) has 722 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 146.5 g of carbs, 13.1 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 2 mg of Manganese covers 88% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 185 g
722
KCAL / 185G
Carbs
146.5g
· 53% DV
Protein
13.1g
· 26% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 82% · Protein 7% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 722 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 3.89 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 146.5 g | 53% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% |
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) | 185 g | 722 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 12 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 109 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 75 g | 293 kcal |
| 1 cup (half) | 90 g | 351 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 585 kcal |
| 1 cup (double) | 370 g | 1443 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Cook buttered raw Karacadag rice as a pilaf, using the liquid and method specified on its package. Since butter is already included, start without adding more fat; taste the finished rice before deciding whether it needs extra butter.
Buttered raw Karacadag rice is uncooked Karacadag rice prepared with butter. Karacadag rice is associated with the Karacadag region of southeastern Turkey; the butter means this product is not the same as plain, unseasoned rice.
You can rinse it, but some of the butter may wash away. If you want to remove loose surface starch, rinse gently with cold water and drain well; follow the package directions if they say not to rinse.
No, soaking is not essential. Soaking can change how quickly the grains cook and how much water they absorb, so use the package method for this buttered product and check the texture as it cooks.
Karacadag rice is a regional Turkish rice, while basmati is a distinct long-grain rice known for its aroma. Buttered raw Karacadag rice also has butter added, so its flavor and cooking instructions may differ from plain basmati.
Too much liquid, excessive cooking, or frequent stirring can make buttered raw Karacadag rice mushy. Follow the package’s liquid guidance, rinse and drain gently if appropriate, and avoid stirring repeatedly while the grains cook.
No, buttered raw Karacadag rice should be cooked before eating. Uncooked rice is hard and difficult to digest, and the added butter does not make the grains ready to eat.
No, extra butter is not necessary because butter is already included. Cook it as directed and taste it before adding more; extra fat can make the rice feel greasy and overpower the rice’s own flavor.
Keep opened buttered raw Karacadag rice in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from heat and direct sunlight. Because it contains butter, follow the package’s storage directions and use it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, cooked buttered raw Karacadag rice can be frozen in airtight, portion-sized containers once cooled. Thaw it safely and reheat until steaming throughout; refrigerate leftovers promptly rather than leaving cooked rice at room temperature.
Vitamins
B5
1.48mg · 30% DV
B3
2.78mg · 17% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
B1
0.15mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Manganese
2.04mg · 89% DV
Phosphorus
194mg · 28% DV
Selenium
15µg · 27% DV
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
176mg · 5% DV
Sodium
15mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 722 calories in 1 cup (medium) (185 g):
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Raw, buttered Karacadag rice combines rice associated with the Karacadağ area of southeastern Turkey with butter, before cooking. It is an ingredient rather than a finished pilaf; the rice is typically cooked until tender and used in the region’s buttery rice dishes. Once cooked, the grains are often served alongside meat, vegetables or stews, and can also be part of a larger shared meal.
Butter gives the dish a rich, rounded taste, while the rice itself is mild and filling. It is mainly a source of carbohydrate, with relatively little fibre; the raw mixture provides 390 kcal per 100 g according to the table. For a less rich result, use less butter and pair the cooked rice with vegetables or beans.
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.
Low
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.89g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.85g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.28g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.