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Mini çiğ köfte Calories
Spicy, meatless, bulgur-based, vegan, traditional Turkish appetizer
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
5 piece (mini) of Mini çiğ köfte (50 g) has 90 calories. That works out to 180 calories per 100 g. It contains 16 g of carbs, 2.3 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Mini çiğ köfte Nutrition Facts
Selected: 5 piece (mini) · 50 g
90
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
16g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.3g
· 5% DV
Fat
1.8g
· 2% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 10% · Fat 18%
Mini çiğ köfte nutrition facts table · 5 piece (mini) (50 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.8 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.25 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 210 mg | 9% |
| Total carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 2.3 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 5 Pieces of Mini çiğ köfte?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (mini) | 50 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 10 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 15 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 10 piece (mini) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 250 g | 450 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mini çiğ köfte
What is Mini çiğ köfte?
Mini çiğ köfte is a Turkish appetizer made by kneading fine bulgur with pepper paste, spices and seasonings, then shaping it into small bites. It is commonly served with lettuce and lemon.
Does Mini çiğ köfte contain raw meat?
Usually not. The mini çiğ köfte commonly sold in Turkey is typically meatless, though some regional or traditional çiğ köfte recipes use meat. Ask the maker about the ingredients if you are unsure.
How do you eat Mini çiğ köfte?
Eat Mini çiğ köfte in a lettuce leaf with a squeeze of lemon, or wrap it in flatbread. Parsley, pickles and pomegranate molasses are also common accompaniments.
Why is Mini çiğ köfte so spicy?
Mini çiğ köfte can be hot because recipes often include isot pepper, chilli flakes or hot pepper paste. If you prefer milder food, ask for a mild version or use less pepper when making it at home.
What is the difference between Mini çiğ köfte and regular çiğ köfte?
The main difference is size: Mini çiğ köfte is shaped into smaller bites, often for snacking or sharing. Its bulgur base and seasonings are generally similar to those of regular meatless çiğ köfte.
What is served with Mini çiğ köfte?
Mini çiğ köfte is often served with lettuce, lemon and flatbread. For a fuller Turkish-style spread, add parsley, pickles or ayran.
How do you make Mini çiğ köfte at home?
Soften fine bulgur with hot water, then knead it thoroughly with pepper paste, isot, spices and seasonings. Shape the mixture into small pieces and serve with lettuce and lemon.
How long does Mini çiğ köfte last in the fridge?
Store Mini çiğ köfte in a covered container in the refrigerator and check its smell and appearance before eating leftovers. Keep lettuce and lemon separate, and discard pieces that have been left at room temperature for a long time.
Is Mini çiğ köfte vegan?
Traditional meatless Mini çiğ köfte is made from bulgur, pepper paste and seasonings, so it can be vegan. Prepared versions or accompanying sauces may contain animal-derived ingredients, so ask about the recipe when buying it.
Can you freeze Mini çiğ köfte?
You can freeze Mini çiğ köfte, but thawing may soften its texture and make the shaped pieces less appealing. For the best texture, serve it fresh or refrigerated, and thaw frozen portions in the refrigerator.
Mini çiğ köfte Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
9µg · 8% DV
Vitamin A
60µg · 7% DV
B1
0.07mg · 6% DV
B6
0.09mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.25mg · 11% DV
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
40mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
105mg · 3% DV
Mini çiğ köfte Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mini çiğ köfte
To burn the 90 calories in 5 piece (mini) (50 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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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 Mini çiğ köfte?
Mini çiğ köfte are small, shaped portions of the popular meatless Turkish çiğ köfte. The mixture is kneaded from fine bulgur with pepper and tomato pastes, isot or other chilli, onion and spices; as the bulgur softens, it holds together without meat. The name refers to the traditional dish, while this familiar version is plant-based.
Boldly seasoned and pleasantly tender with a slight graininess, the little bites are commonly served as a meze or snack. In Turkey they’re often wrapped in lettuce with a squeeze of lemon, herbs and spring onion, or rolled in flatbread. For English-speaking diners, they work well on a shared mezze plate or as a quick plant-based bite. Bulgur contributes fibre—about 6 g per 100 g—so pair them with fresh greens for a lighter-feeling serving.
How Nutritious Is Mini çiğ köfte?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Mini çiğ köfte 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 Mini çiğ köfte Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Mini çiğ köfte Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Mini çiğ köfte Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).
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