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Traditional Mardin stuffed bulgur dumpling with meat filling
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Mardin çorwgi (60 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 16.8 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
132
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
16.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
5.4g
· 11% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 17% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.32 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 204 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% |
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 piece (medium) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 198 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 396 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Mardin çorwgi is a traditional Mardin dumpling made with a bulgur shell and a meat filling. It is shaped by hand and cooked as a prepared dish; its regional name and preparation distinguish it from more widely known stuffed bulgur dumplings.
Mardin çorwgi comes from Mardin, a city in southeastern Turkey with a rich regional food culture. Its bulgur casing and meat center reflect the area’s tradition of turning staple grains and seasoned fillings into carefully shaped dishes.
Mardin çorwgi has a bulgur-based outer layer and a seasoned minced-meat filling. Onion and spices are common in the filling, though household recipes vary. The filling should be moist enough to taste savory but not so wet that it breaks through the shell.
Mardin çorwgi is related to kibbeh because both use a bulgur casing around a filling, but the names do not mean exactly the same dish. Mardin çorwgi refers to a local preparation, and its shape, seasoning, and cooking method may differ from other kibbeh styles.
Mardin çorwgi is cooked according to the regional or family recipe, so the method can vary. Follow the specific recipe rather than assuming it must be fried; handle the dumplings gently during cooking to keep their bulgur shells intact.
To keep Mardin çorwgi from splitting, soften the bulgur properly and knead the shell mixture until it holds together smoothly. Avoid overfilling, seal the opening completely, and smooth any thin spots with damp fingers before cooking.
Serve Mardin çorwgi warm with a fresh salad, yogurt, or pickled vegetables. These sides add freshness alongside the bulgur-and-meat dumplings without covering their seasoning. The best pairing also depends on whether your recipe is served plain or with a sauce.
Yes, Mardin çorwgi can be frozen either uncooked or cooked. Freeze shaped uncooked dumplings separately on a tray before packing them together; cool cooked dumplings fully and freeze them in portions so you can thaw only what you need.
Keep leftover Mardin çorwgi in a sealed container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it out, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat. Store uncooked dumplings separately from cooked food.
Yes, Mardin çorwgi can be prepared without frying when the recipe uses a boiling or other non-fried cooking method. If adapting a recipe, keep the shells well sealed and avoid vigorous handling, since a bulgur casing can break during cooking.
Vitamins
B12
0.36µg · 15% DV
B3
1.08mg · 7% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B5
0.27mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
204mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
51mg · 7% DV
Selenium
3.6µg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
108mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Mardin çorwgi is a traditional stuffed bulgur dumpling from Mardin, in southeastern Turkey. A bulgur-based shell is shaped around a filling of minced meat, making it a compact, satisfying dish rather than a soup despite the name’s appearance. Recipes and seasoning vary between households, and preparing the dumplings by hand is part of their appeal.
The outside is tender yet substantial, while the meat centre brings a savoury, warmly seasoned contrast. In Mardin it is served hot as part of a home-style meal; a fresh salad or plain yoghurt makes a good accompaniment. Bulgur and meat provide a balance of carbohydrates and protein, with 9 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, pair a modest portion with vegetables rather than other rich sides.
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
1.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.