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Lemon Lokma Calories
Traditional fried dough dessert with lemon-flavored syrup
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Lemon Lokma (60 g) has 192 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 5.7 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Lemon Lokma Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 60 g
192
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
32.4g
· 12% DV
Protein
2.7g
· 5% DV
Fat
5.7g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 68% · Protein 6% · Fat 26%
Lemon Lokma nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 192 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.7 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.32 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% |
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 3 Pieces of Lemon Lokma?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 60 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 384 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 140 g | 448 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 640 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lemon Lokma
What is Lemon Lokma?
Lemon Lokma is a Turkish fried-dough dessert finished with lemon-flavoured syrup. Small portions of yeasted dough are fried until golden, then dipped in syrup, which gives the sweet a citrusy note alongside its crisp exterior and soft centre.
How do you make Lemon Lokma at home?
To make Lemon Lokma, prepare a soft yeasted dough, let it rise, and fry small portions until golden. Dip the hot pieces briefly in cooled syrup flavoured with lemon, then serve before they lose their crisp texture.
What is the difference between Lemon Lokma and regular lokma?
Lemon Lokma gets its defining flavour from lemon in the syrup, while regular lokma is usually coated in plain sugar syrup. The lemon adds a bright, slightly tangy taste; the dough and frying method are otherwise much like those of traditional lokma.
Why does Lemon Lokma go soggy?
Lemon Lokma goes soggy when it sits in syrup too long or is stored after being fully soaked. Dip freshly fried pieces briefly in cooled syrup, let excess syrup drain, and serve them soon for the best contrast between crisp outside and soft inside.
Should Lemon Lokma be dipped in hot or cold syrup?
For a crispier Lemon Lokma, dip hot fried pieces into cooled syrup. The temperature contrast helps the dough absorb syrup without becoming as limp as it can when left soaking; remove each piece after a brief dip.
How do you keep Lemon Lokma crispy?
Keep Lemon Lokma crispy by frying evenly sized dough pieces, avoiding overcrowding the pan, and dipping them in syrup only briefly. Serve soon after coating, and don’t stack warm pieces in a covered container, where trapped steam softens them.
Does Lemon Lokma contain lemon in the dough or the syrup?
Lemon is most often added to Lemon Lokma’s syrup rather than its dough. Lemon juice brings a little tartness, while finely grated zest gives a stronger aroma; avoid grating the bitter white pith into the syrup.
Where does Lemon Lokma come from?
Lemon Lokma is a citrus-flavoured variation of lokma, a fried dough sweet popular in Turkey and other parts of the eastern Mediterranean. The lemon version does not have one universally agreed regional origin or a single standard recipe.
Can you make Lemon Lokma ahead of time?
Lemon Lokma is best served soon after frying and dipping, when its outside is still pleasantly crisp. You can prepare the syrup and dough ahead, but fry and coat the pieces close to serving time; leftovers soften as they sit.
Can you bake Lemon Lokma instead of frying it?
Yes, you can bake Lemon Lokma, but it will not have quite the same crisp, airy texture as the fried version. Bake small portions until cooked through, then dip them briefly in lemon syrup and serve.
Lemon Lokma Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Biotin
0.72µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.3mg · 2% DV
Folate
7.8µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
19mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.42mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
39mg · 1% DV
Lemon Lokma Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Lemon Lokma
To burn the 192 calories in 3 piece (medium) (60 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 Lemon Lokma?
Lemon Lokma is made by frying small pieces of yeasted dough, then coating them in lemon-scented syrup. Lokma is a familiar Turkish sweet, sold by street vendors and served at celebrations; the lemon version adds a bright note to the syrup without changing its simple, doughnut-like shape.
Fresh from the fryer, the outside is lightly crisp while the centre stays soft and syrupy. It is usually enjoyed warm, often shared after a meal or alongside tea. The dough and syrup make it a carbohydrate-rich treat, with 320 calories per 100 g. For a lighter serving, have a few pieces rather than a large portion, and pair them with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Lemon Lokma?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Lemon Lokma Processed?
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.
Does Lemon Lokma Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Lemon Lokma Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Lemon Lokma Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.92g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.26g
Omega 6:3 ratio 108:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (108:1).
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