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Boiled mini Turkish stuffed bulgur meatballs
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Mini boiled içli köfte (90 g) has 185 calories. That works out to 205 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.3 g of carbs, 7.7 g of protein, 5.9 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 90 g
185
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
24.3g
· 9% DV
Protein
7.7g
· 15% DV
Fat
5.9g
· 8% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 54% · Protein 17% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.9 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 1.89 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.3 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 90 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 62 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 246 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 150 g | 308 kcal |
| 2 serving (large) | 240 g | 492 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 615 kcal |
Calculated from 205 calories per 100 g.
Mini boiled içli köfte is a small Turkish bulgur dumpling with a seasoned filling, usually minced meat and onion. Unlike the crisp fried version, it is cooked in water and served tender.
Mini boiled içli köfte usually has a shell made from fine bulgur and a filling of minced meat cooked with onion and spices. Some recipes include walnuts or herbs, while fillings vary by region and household.
Cook mini boiled içli köfte in gently simmering water rather than a vigorous boil, and lower the dumplings in carefully. A cracked or overly thin shell and rough stirring can also make them split.
Yes, you can cook frozen mini içli köfte straight from the freezer. Add the pieces carefully to gently boiling water and avoid crowding the pot; cooking time varies with their size and how firmly they are frozen.
Boiled mini içli köfte has a soft, tender bulgur shell, while fried mini içli köfte develops a browned, crisp exterior. The filling is often similar, but the cooking method changes the texture and overall richness.
Serve mini boiled içli köfte with lemon, plain or garlic yogurt, and fresh herbs or salad. These bring acidity and freshness to the savory meat filling without overpowering its bulgur shell.
Mini boiled içli köfte is ready when the shell feels tender and the dumplings are hot through. Floating can be a useful clue, but check one piece if you are unsure rather than relying on floating alone.
Refrigerate leftover mini boiled içli köfte in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within 3–4 days. Reheat it thoroughly, using gentle heat so the bulgur shell does not break apart.
Yes, you can fry mini boiled içli köfte after boiling, but drain and dry the pieces well first. Any water on the surface can make hot oil splatter, and handling them roughly may damage the softened shell.
Mini boiled içli köfte is a small boiled form of içli köfte, a stuffed bulgur dish strongly associated with southeastern Turkish cuisine. Families and regions differ in the filling, shape, and whether they boil or fry it.
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B3
1.35mg · 8% DV
B5
0.41mg · 8% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Sodium
306mg · 13% DV
Selenium
5.85µg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
74mg · 11% DV
Zinc
0.99mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
126mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Mini boiled içli köfte are small Turkish stuffed bulgur dumplings: a finely bulgur-based shell encloses a savoury filling usually made with minced meat, onion and spices. İçli köfte is especially associated with southeastern and eastern Turkey, where recipes vary from one region and household to another.
Boiling leaves the shell tender and the filling moist, with a gently chewy bite rather than the crisp exterior of fried versions. In Turkey, these are often served with lemon and may accompany greens or yoghurt as part of a meal or shared spread. The bulgur shell makes them carbohydrate-forward, while the meat filling contributes protein; a 100 g portion has 8.5 g of protein. For a lighter-feeling plate, pair them with a fresh salad and use lemon for brightness.
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
1.89g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.07g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.99g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.