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Octopus simit Calories
Octopus and simit combination, source of protein and carbohydrates
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Octopus simit (120 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.4 g of carbs, 15.6 g of protein, 4.2 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 9.4 µg of B12 covers 390% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Octopus simit Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
252
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
38.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
15.6g
· 31% DV
Fat
4.2g
· 5% DV
Fiber
2.6g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 25% · Fat 14%
Octopus simit nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 0.84 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% |
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% |
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 Medium Octopus simit?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 30 g | 63 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 189 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 160 g | 336 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 504 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Octopus simit
What is octopus simit?
Octopus simit is a pairing of Turkish sesame-crusted ring bread, called simit, with octopus. There is no single standard recipe: the octopus may be served inside the bread, on top, or alongside it.
Is octopus simit a traditional Turkish dish?
Octopus simit does not have one widely standardized traditional recipe. It combines familiar simit with octopus, but the format and seasonings can vary between home recipes, restaurants, and vendors.
What kind of octopus is used in octopus simit?
Cooked, tender octopus—often pieces of tentacle—works well in octopus simit. It should be cooked before being added to the bread; raw octopus is not ready to serve as a filling or topping.
How do you keep octopus tender in octopus simit?
Cook the octopus until tender before assembling octopus simit, then avoid prolonged reheating. Simmering or grilling can work, but the key is not leaving the cooked pieces over high heat while warming the bread.
What sauce goes well with octopus simit?
Lemon juice and a light olive-oil dressing complement octopus simit without overwhelming the seafood. Garlic or herbs can also work; add sauce sparingly so it does not soak through the simit.
Can you make octopus simit as a sandwich?
Yes, octopus simit can be served as a sandwich. Slice the simit carefully, add cooked octopus and a modest amount of dressing, and serve soon after assembly to keep the sesame bread from turning soggy.
How do you stop octopus simit from getting soggy?
Keep the octopus and any wet sauce separate from the simit until serving. Drain the octopus well, use only a little dressing, and assemble octopus simit just before eating.
Can you prepare octopus simit ahead of time?
You can prepare the cooked octopus ahead, but assemble octopus simit close to serving time. Refrigerate the octopus in a covered container and keep the simit separate so it stays fresher and retains more of its texture.
How should you reheat octopus simit?
Reheat the octopus gently and warm the simit separately in an oven or toaster oven. Add the octopus after warming the bread; microwaving the assembled dish can make the simit chewy and unevenly warm.
Is octopus simit served as a snack or a meal?
Octopus simit can be served as either a snack or a meal, depending on its size and accompaniments. A simple serving with lemon may suit a lighter bite, while salad or vegetables make it more meal-like.
Octopus simit Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
9.36µg · 390% DV
B3
3mg · 19% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Selenium
47µg · 85% DV
Copper
0.46mg · 51% DV
Phosphorus
168mg · 24% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
192mg · 6% DV
Octopus simit Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Octopus simit
To burn the 252 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 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 Octopus simit?
Octopus simit combines the sesame-crusted Turkish bread ring with octopus, bringing a seafood filling or topping to a familiar bakery-style base. It is a Turkish-inspired pairing rather than the plain simit commonly eaten on its own, and makes a more substantial snack or light meal.
Serve it warm so the crisp, chewy bread contrasts with the tender octopus. It works for breakfast or as a daytime bite; a squeeze of lemon and a simple green salad complement its savoury seafood flavour. The combination supplies carbohydrates from the bread and protein from the octopus, with 13 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, pair it with salad rather than adding more pastry or rich sides.
How Nutritious Is Octopus simit?
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 Octopus simit 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 Octopus simit Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Octopus simit 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
Octopus simit Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.32g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 0.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.