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Walnut-filled syrup pastry
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Kulaj dessert (80 g) has 278 calories. That works out to 348 calories per 100 g. It contains 39 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 12.5 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 80 g
278
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
39g
· 14% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
12.5g
· 16% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 6% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 278 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.5 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 3.28 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 148 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 39 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% |
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 slice (medium) | 80 g | 278 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 50 g | 174 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 70 g | 244 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 120 g | 418 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 522 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 250 g | 870 kcal |
Calculated from 348 calories per 100 g.
Kulaj dessert is sweet, nutty and syrupy, with a baked pastry texture. Its exact crispness and richness vary by recipe, but the walnut filling gives it a distinct earthy flavor that sets it apart from plain syrup pastries.
Kulaj dessert is made by enclosing or layering walnuts in pastry, baking it, then adding syrup. Recipes differ in the dough shape and assembly, so bake until the pastry is properly cooked before soaking it rather than relying on syrup to finish cooking it.
No, Kulaj dessert is not simply another name for baklava. Both may use walnuts and syrup, but their pastry shapes and preparation can differ; baklava is typically built from many thin phyllo layers, while Kulaj recipes may use a different pastry form.
Regular shelled walnuts are used in Kulaj dessert, usually chopped or ground for the filling. Fresh-tasting walnuts work best because stale or rancid nuts can make the sweet filling taste bitter; finely chopping them also helps distribute the filling evenly.
Yes, you can make Kulaj dessert ahead of time, and resting allows the syrup to spread through the pastry. Keep it covered after it has cooled; if you want the pastry to stay crisper, add the syrup closer to serving instead.
To keep Kulaj dessert from getting soggy, avoid flooding it with syrup and let excess syrup drain or settle before covering it. The pastry should be fully baked, and the syrup should be added in stages so you can stop once it is absorbed.
Yes, you can replace walnuts in Kulaj dessert with another finely chopped nut, such as almonds or pistachios, though the flavor will change. Because nuts differ in texture and oiliness, use a similar amount and check the filling as you prepare it.
Kulaj dessert pairs well with unsweetened tea or black coffee, which balances its syrupy sweetness. Serve it in small pieces after a meal or alongside a hot drink; adding another very sweet dessert can make the serving feel overly rich.
Store leftover Kulaj dessert covered in a cool, dry place once it has completely cooled. Refrigerate it in warm conditions or when keeping it longer; bring a portion to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.
Yes, Kulaj dessert can be frozen in individual portions, tightly wrapped to protect it from freezer odors and drying. Thaw it in the refrigerator, then let it come closer to room temperature before serving; the pastry may be softer after thawing.
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Vitamin E
1.08mg · 7% DV
Folate
24.8µg · 6% DV
B2
0.08mg · 6% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Selenium
10µg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
86mg · 12% DV
Sodium
148mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
102mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kulaj dessert is a Turkish-style pastry filled with walnuts and finished with syrup, then served in slices. The walnut filling brings a rich, slightly earthy flavour against the syrup’s sweetness, while the pastry becomes tender as it absorbs the syrup. Recipes and textures can vary from one kitchen to another.
In Turkey it is often served after a meal or offered to guests, with tea alongside; coffee also makes a good pairing. The pastry and syrup make it carbohydrate-rich, while walnuts contribute fat, some protein and fibre. Its sweetness and richness make a small slice a satisfying portion, especially with an unsweetened drink.
Low
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Low
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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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
3.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 44.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (44.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.