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Sweet snack made from semolina and orange flavor.
In season: Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Orange semolina ball (50 g) has 130 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 24 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 2.8 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 8 mg of Vitamin C covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 50 g
130
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
24g
· 9% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% DV
Fat
2.8g
· 4% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 6% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.1 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 50 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 65 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 75 g | 195 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 4 piece (jumbo) | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 5 piece (extra large) | 125 g | 325 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 200 g | 520 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
An orange semolina ball is made mainly from semolina and orange flavouring. Depending on the recipe, it may also include sugar, milk or butter, and it is sometimes coated in desiccated coconut. Ingredients and texture vary between homemade and packaged versions.
To make orange semolina balls, combine semolina with an orange-flavoured mixture, let it absorb the liquid, then shape the mixture into small balls. Chill them so they firm up. The exact ingredients and cooking method depend on the recipe.
No. Orange semolina balls are shaped into individual bites, while semolina pudding is usually served in a bowl or cut into portions after setting. Both can use semolina, but their consistency and presentation are different.
Yes. Orange zest adds a fragrant citrus flavour without adding much liquid, so it can help keep the mixture firm. If you use juice, add it gradually because too much liquid can make the balls difficult to shape.
Orange semolina balls usually fall apart when the mixture is too dry or has not had enough time to bind. Let the semolina absorb the liquid and cool the mixture before shaping; if it still crumbles, mix in a little liquid at a time.
Orange semolina balls are usually served chilled or at room temperature as small sweet bites. They go well with tea or coffee, and you can finish them with coconut, chopped nuts or a little extra orange zest.
Orange semolina balls keep for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. If the recipe contains milk, keep them chilled rather than leaving them out for an extended time. Let them sit briefly before serving for a softer texture.
Yes, orange semolina balls can be frozen. Freeze them spaced apart on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed container. Thaw them in the refrigerator; they may be softer than when freshly made.
Orange semolina balls can crack if the mixture is dry or packed too tightly while shaping. Give the semolina time to absorb the liquid, and roll the mixture gently with slightly damp hands rather than pressing it firmly.
Yes. Homemade orange semolina balls let you choose the ingredients and strength of the orange flavour, while packaged versions can differ in recipe and texture. For a ready-made product, follow its storage directions once opened.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
8mg · 9% DV
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.55mg · 3% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
26mg · 4% DV
Magnesium
9mg · 2% DV
Selenium
1.1µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
55mg · 2% DV
Sodium
7mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 130 calories in 2 piece (medium) (50 g):
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An orange semolina ball is a small, home-style sweet made by cooking semolina with sugar and orange flavour, then shaping the mixture into bite-sized balls. Recipes may use orange zest or juice, and some coat the outside with coconut. It is a Turkish-style semolina confection rather than a baked cake, and is usually served as individual pieces.
In Turkey, it suits tea-time, a shared dessert after a meal, or a tray of treats for guests; elsewhere, it works just as easily alongside coffee or tea. The texture is soft with a slight graininess, while orange brings a fragrant, bright note. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich sweet, with relatively little protein. Make smaller balls for a lighter portion.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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
✓ 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
1.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.85g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.55g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.