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Lightly filled meat dumplings
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Light Meat Turkish Manti (150 g) has 282 calories. That works out to 188 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.1 g of carbs, 10.6 g of protein, 6.9 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 25.5 µg of Selenium covers 46% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
282
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
44.1g
· 16% DV
Protein
10.6g
· 21% DV
Fat
6.9g
· 9% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 15% · Fat 22%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 282 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.9 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.17 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 465 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.1 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% |
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 serving (medium) | 150 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 169 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 188 kcal |
| 12 piece (small) | 100 g | 188 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 263 kcal |
| 18 piece (medium) | 150 g | 282 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 210 g | 395 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 414 kcal |
| 30 piece (large) | 250 g | 470 kcal |
Calculated from 188 calories per 100 g.
Light meat Turkish manti is a Turkish dumpling made from small pieces of dough filled with a modest amount of seasoned meat. It is usually boiled and served with garlicky yogurt and a buttery pepper sauce.
Light meat Turkish manti is usually boiled in water until the dough is tender and the filling is cooked through. If using a ready-made product, follow its package directions, since fresh, dried, and frozen versions can cook differently.
Garlicky yogurt is the classic accompaniment to light meat Turkish manti. A drizzle of butter warmed with paprika or red pepper flakes is often added on top; add the yogurt just before serving so the dumplings stay hot.
“Light meat” describes the amount of filling, while Kayseri manti is known for its particularly small dumplings and distinctive folded shape. The terms are not mutually exclusive: a batch of Kayseri-style manti can also have a modest amount of meat.
Yes. Freeze uncooked light meat Turkish manti in a single layer on a tray first, then transfer the firm dumplings to a sealed freezer container or bag. Cook them from frozen rather than thawing them, which helps prevent sticking.
A crisp salad or a light soup pairs well with light meat Turkish manti. Since the dumplings are commonly served with yogurt and a buttery topping, a simple side usually complements them better than another rich dish.
The dough can turn tough if it contains too much flour, is rolled too thick, or is not rested before shaping. Covering the dough while it rests and using only a light dusting of flour can make it easier to roll thinly.
Refrigerate cooked light meat Turkish manti promptly in a covered container, keeping the yogurt and sauce separate if possible. Eat the leftovers soon, and discard them if they have been left out for a long time or show signs of spoilage.
Yes. Reheat light meat Turkish manti gently in a pan with a splash of water, stirring until evenly hot. Add fresh yogurt and warm butter sauce after reheating rather than heating the yogurt with the dumplings.
Light meat Turkish manti belongs to the broader Turkish tradition of filled dumplings, with regional styles and family recipes varying in size, folding, and seasoning. The name describes a lightly filled version rather than one specific regional recipe.
Vitamins
B1
0.29mg · 24% DV
B12
0.57µg · 24% DV
Biotin
6.15µg · 21% DV
B3
3.15mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Manganese
0.59mg · 26% DV
Copper
0.21mg · 23% DV
Phosphorus
158mg · 23% DV
Sodium
465mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
218mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Light meat Turkish manti are small dumplings made from thin dough, filled with a modest amount of seasoned minced meat. Manti has roots in the wider Central Asian and Turkish culinary tradition, with regional versions across Turkey; the meat-light style simply lets the dough take a larger share of each bite.
They are usually boiled and served hot with garlicky yogurt, often finished with melted butter and red pepper or dried mint. In Turkey they are a familiar home-cooked main dish, while elsewhere they work well as a comforting supper or a dish to share. They provide 7.1 g of protein per 100 g. Add a crisp salad alongside, or go easy on the butter topping for a lighter plate.
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.
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.
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
— Not 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
2.17g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.63g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.23g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.