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Karaman Batırık Calories
Traditional Karaman bulgur salad with tahini and walnuts
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Karaman Batırık (180 g) has 234 calories. That works out to 130 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.6 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 8.6 g of fat and 7.4 g of fiber. Its 1.3 mg of Manganese covers 55% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 46 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Karaman Batırık Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
234
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
34.6g
· 13% DV
Protein
6.1g
· 12% DV
Fat
8.6g
· 11% DV
Fiber
7.4g
· 26% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 10% · Fat 32%
Karaman Batırık nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 234 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.6 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.17 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 459 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.6 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% |
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% |
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 Karaman Batırık?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 26 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 325 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 300 g | 390 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 350 g | 455 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 450 g | 585 kcal |
Calculated from 130 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Karaman Batırık
What is Karaman Batırık?
Karaman Batırık is a traditional bulgur dish from the Karaman region of Türkiye, typically mixed with tahini, walnuts, tomato and herbs. It can be served as a formed, salad-like mixture or made looser with water.
How is Karaman Batırık traditionally made?
Karaman Batırık is made by softening fine bulgur, kneading it with tomato and seasonings, then mixing in tahini, walnuts and chopped herbs. The exact ingredients and texture vary between household recipes.
Is Karaman Batırık the same as kısır?
No. Both are bulgur-based, but Karaman Batırık is especially associated with tahini and walnuts, while kısır usually centres on tomato or pepper paste, herbs and a tangy dressing. Batırık may also be served in a wetter form.
Why does Karaman Batırık contain tahini?
Tahini gives Karaman Batırık its characteristic rich, toasted-sesame flavour and helps bring the bulgur mixture together. Add it gradually while mixing so you can keep the texture from becoming too dense.
Is Karaman Batırık served wet or dry?
Karaman Batırık can be served either way. The drier version is shaped into small pieces, while water is added to some versions to make a looser mixture that is eaten with a spoon.
What do you serve with Karaman Batırık?
Karaman Batırık is often served with fresh vegetables or leaves such as lettuce or cabbage, which can be used to scoop up the mixture. Cucumber and tomato also make simple accompaniments; serving customs vary by household.
Can you make Karaman Batırık without walnuts?
Yes, you can leave walnuts out of Karaman Batırık, though the result will have less crunch and a milder nutty flavour. Add them only if you want that traditional texture and taste.
How do you stop the bulgur in Karaman Batırık from staying hard?
Let the fine bulgur soften fully before kneading Karaman Batırık, and add the recipe’s liquid gradually if it still feels firm. Coarse bulgur is less suitable because it will not develop the same soft, cohesive texture.
Can Karaman Batırık be made ahead of time?
Yes, Karaman Batırık can be made ahead and chilled before serving. For fresher-tasting herbs, mix them in near serving time; if the mixture firms up in the refrigerator, stir it before serving.
How should you store leftover Karaman Batırık?
Store leftover Karaman Batırık in a covered container in the refrigerator, rather than leaving it at room temperature. Eat it within a few days for the best quality, and stir it before serving again.
Karaman Batırık Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
52.2µg · 44% DV
Vitamin C
18.36mg · 20% DV
B6
0.29mg · 17% DV
B1
0.2mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.26mg · 55% DV
Copper
0.43mg · 48% DV
Phosphorus
176mg · 25% DV
Magnesium
99mg · 24% DV
Sodium
459mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
495mg · 15% DV
Karaman Batırık Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Karaman Batırık
To burn the 234 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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What is Karaman Batırık?
Karaman Batırık is a regional bulgur dish from Karaman, in south-central Turkey. Fine bulgur is softened and mixed with tahini, walnuts, tomato paste, lemon and seasonings; family recipes may also include fresh herbs and spring onions. Depending on the preparation, it can be served loose and spoonable or pressed into small patties.
Its tangy, savoury flavour is balanced by the richness of tahini and walnuts. In Turkey it is commonly served with lettuce, pickles and fresh greens as a shared lunch or part of a home meal. The bulgur and vegetables contribute fibre, while the tahini and walnuts make it more substantial. For a lighter version, use less tahini and serve it with extra greens.
How Nutritious Is Karaman Batırık?
Nutrient density
High
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 Karaman Batırık 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 Karaman Batırık Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Karaman Batırık 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
Karaman Batırık Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.56g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24.9:1).
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