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Murtuga (with 2 eggs) Calories
Rich in protein and energy, traditional Turkish breakfast dish
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Murtuga (with 2 eggs) (180 g) has 387 calories. That works out to 215 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.8 g of carbs, 18.9 g of protein, 24.5 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 32.4 µg of Biotin covers 108% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Murtuga (with 2 eggs) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
387
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
23.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
18.9g
· 38% DV
Fat
24.5g
· 31% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 24% · Protein 19% · Fat 57%
Murtuga (with 2 eggs) nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 387 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24.5 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 7.56 g | 38% |
| Trans fat | 0.09 g | |
| Sodium | 414 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% |
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 1 Serving of Murtuga (with 2 eggs)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 387 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 60 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 194 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 90 g | 194 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 215 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 323 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 538 kcal |
Calculated from 215 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Murtuga (with 2 eggs)
What is Murtuga with 2 eggs?
Murtuga with 2 eggs is a traditional Turkish breakfast dish made by cooking flour in butter and mixing in eggs. It is especially associated with Van and is served warm, sometimes with honey or other breakfast foods.
How do you make Murtuga with 2 eggs?
To make Murtuga with 2 eggs, toast flour in butter over low heat until fragrant, stirring so it does not burn. Add the eggs and cook while mixing until set but still soft; serve it warm.
What does Murtuga with 2 eggs taste like?
Murtuga with 2 eggs tastes rich and buttery, with a mild toasted-flour flavor and savory egg. Some versions are finished with honey, which adds sweetness, but the dish can also be served without it.
Where does Murtuga with 2 eggs come from?
Murtuga with 2 eggs is associated particularly with Van and the breakfast traditions of eastern Turkey. Local and family recipes vary, but the familiar preparation combines flour cooked in butter with eggs.
What do you serve with Murtuga with 2 eggs?
Murtuga with 2 eggs is usually served hot with bread and other breakfast foods. In a Van-style spread, it can sit alongside tea, cheese, olives, or honey; bread is useful for scooping up its soft mixture.
Can you put honey in Murtuga with 2 eggs?
Yes, honey can be drizzled over Murtuga with 2 eggs after cooking. It gives the buttery, toasted dish a sweet contrast; honey is an optional serving choice rather than a required ingredient.
Why is Murtuga with 2 eggs lumpy?
Murtuga with 2 eggs can turn lumpy if the flour is added too quickly or is not stirred evenly into the butter. Add it gradually and keep stirring over low heat before mixing in the eggs.
How do you keep Murtuga with 2 eggs from burning?
Cook Murtuga with 2 eggs over low heat and stir the flour and butter continuously as the flour toasts. A heavy-based pan helps distribute heat evenly; take the pan off the heat once the flour smells toasted, before it darkens too much.
How long does leftover Murtuga with 2 eggs keep?
Leftover Murtuga with 2 eggs keeps for a few days in the refrigerator when cooled and stored in a covered container. Reheat it gently in a pan, stirring as it warms; a small splash of water can help loosen it.
Can you freeze Murtuga with 2 eggs?
Yes, you can freeze Murtuga with 2 eggs, though the egg-based texture may become less smooth after thawing. Freeze it in portions in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it gently in a pan.
Murtuga (with 2 eggs) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Biotin
32.4µg · 108% DV
B12
2.16µg · 90% DV
B2
0.58mg · 45% DV
B5
1.98mg · 40% DV
Minerals
Selenium
34µg · 62% DV
Phosphorus
261mg · 37% DV
Iodine
32µg · 21% DV
Zinc
1.98mg · 18% DV
Sodium
414mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
216mg · 6% DV
Murtuga (with 2 eggs) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Murtuga (with 2 eggs)
To burn the 387 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Murtuga (with 2 eggs)?
Murtuga (with 2 eggs) is a traditional breakfast dish from Van in eastern Turkey. Flour is toasted in butter, then cooked with eggs; the result can be soft and spoonable or more crumbly, depending on how the flour is browned. Its buttery, savoury richness makes it especially satisfying served hot.
In Turkey, it is often part of a generous breakfast spread, with tea and other regional favourites such as cheese or honey. It provides protein and energy, though the butter makes it a substantial dish. For a lighter plate, serve a smaller portion alongside fresh tomatoes, cucumber and herbs.
How Nutritious Is Murtuga (with 2 eggs)?
Nutrient density
High
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 Murtuga (with 2 eggs) Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally 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 Murtuga (with 2 eggs) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Murtuga (with 2 eggs) Good For?
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
Murtuga (with 2 eggs) Fat Profile
SATURATED
7.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.36g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.78g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.2:1).
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