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Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash Calories
A hearty wrap made with oil-rich cooked chicken, two lavash breads, and tantuni spices.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (double) of Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash (380 g) has 901 calories. That works out to 237 calories per 100 g. It contains 91.2 g of carbs, 53.2 g of protein, 35.3 g of fat and 5.7 g of fiber. Its 57 µg of Selenium covers 104% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (double) · 380 g
901
KCAL / 380G
Carbs
91.2g
· 33% DV
Protein
53.2g
· 106% DV
Fat
35.3g
· 45% DV
Fiber
5.7g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 24% · Fat 35%
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash nutrition facts table · 1 piece (double) (380 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 901 kcal | |
| Total fat | 35.3 g | 45% |
| Saturated fat | 8.36 g | 42% |
| Trans fat | 0.38 g | |
| Sodium | 2090 mg | 91% |
| Total carbohydrate | 91.2 g | 33% |
| Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% |
| Protein | 53.2 g | 106% |
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 Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (double) | 380 g | 901 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 237 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 250 g | 593 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 300 g | 711 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 350 g | 830 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 380 g | 901 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 450 g | 1067 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 450 g | 1067 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 760 g | 1801 kcal |
Calculated from 237 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash
What is Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash?
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash is a Turkish wrap of chopped, seasoned chicken cooked with oil and rolled in two lavash breads. It is a chicken variation of tantuni, a street-food dish especially associated with Mersin.
How is Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash made?
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash is made by cooking small pieces of chicken with oil and tantuni spices on a hot griddle or in a pan. The chicken is then wrapped in two lavash breads, often with onion, tomato, and parsley.
Where does Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash come from?
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash comes from the broader tantuni tradition associated with Mersin, in southern Turkey. The original dish is commonly made with meat, while chicken and double-lavash versions are popular variations.
What spices are used in Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash?
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash is commonly seasoned with red pepper, cumin, and black pepper, though recipes vary by cook and restaurant. The spices are cooked with the chicken and oil, giving the filling its characteristic savory, peppery flavor.
What is the difference between Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash and beef tantuni?
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash uses chicken instead of the beef commonly used in beef tantuni. Chicken cooks more quickly and has a different flavor and texture; the double lavash and amount of oil are serving choices rather than defining differences between the meats.
Why is Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash wrapped in two lavash breads?
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash uses two breads to hold the filling securely and make the wrap less likely to split. The extra lavash also helps contain the oily chicken juices and toppings, though tantuni can also be served in a single lavash.
What is usually served with Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash?
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash is often served with onion, parsley, tomato, lemon, or pickled peppers. Ayran, a yogurt drink, is a common Turkish accompaniment; a fresh salad is another option if you want a lighter side.
How can you make Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash lighter at home?
You can make Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash lighter by cooking the chicken with less oil and using one lavash instead of two. Add flavor and freshness with lemon, tomato, onion, and parsley rather than extra oil.
Does Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash cause weight gain?
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash does not cause weight gain by itself, but its oily filling and two breads can make it a substantial meal. If you eat it often, a smaller portion or a version prepared with less oil can help reduce the meal’s overall energy.
How should you store leftover Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash?
Refrigerate leftover Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash promptly in a covered container rather than leaving it at room temperature. Reheat it until the chicken is hot throughout; warming the wrap in a pan can help restore some texture to the lavash.
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
15.96mg · 100% DV
B6
1.14mg · 67% DV
B5
2.28mg · 46% DV
B12
0.76µg · 32% DV
Minerals
Selenium
57µg · 104% DV
Sodium
2090mg · 91% DV
Phosphorus
570mg · 81% DV
Manganese
1.33mg · 58% DV
Potassium ⭐
874mg · 26% DV
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash
To burn the 901 calories in 1 piece (double) (380 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash?
Oily chicken tantuni with double lavash is a filling take on tantuni, the street-food wrap associated with Mersin in southern Turkey. Small pieces of chicken are cooked on a hot griddle with oil and spices, then tucked into two layers of thin lavash. The extra bread makes for a substantial, generously wrapped meal.
It is usually served hot, often with sumac-seasoned onion, parsley, lemon and pickles; ayran is a familiar drink alongside it in Turkey. For English-speaking diners, it works as a hearty lunch or casual dinner, with a fresh salad or sliced vegetables to balance the rich, savoury filling. It provides both protein and carbohydrate, with 14 g of protein per 100 g. To make the meal feel lighter, add plenty of greens or share the wrap.
How Nutritious Is Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash?
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 Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash 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 Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Oily Chicken Tantuni with Double Lavash Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
15.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
7.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.8:1).
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