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Ottoman macun Calories
Colorful, aromatic traditional Turkish confection
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Ottoman macun (25 g) has 80 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 20 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 80 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Ottoman macun Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 25 g
80
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
20g
· 7% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Ottoman macun nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
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 Ottoman macun?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 80 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 20 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 96 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 128 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 50 g | 160 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ottoman macun
What is Ottoman macun?
Ottoman macun is a traditional Turkish sugar confection made as a thick, brightly coloured, aromatic paste. Street vendors are especially associated with wrapping it around small sticks, sometimes combining several colours and flavours in one serving.
Is Ottoman macun the same as Turkish delight?
No, Ottoman macun is not Turkish delight. Macun is a pliable, sugar-based paste commonly wrapped around sticks, while Turkish delight is a soft, set confection usually cut into cubes and dusted with starch or sugar.
What is Ottoman macun made of?
Ottoman macun is mainly made from sugar syrup, with flavourings added to create different varieties. Depending on the recipe, these can include fruit or floral aromas, spices, and colouring; ingredients are not identical across vendors or products.
How is Ottoman macun traditionally served?
Ottoman macun is traditionally served by wrapping the sticky, colourful paste around small wooden sticks. Street vendors may layer different colours and flavours onto a stick, making the preparation part of the presentation as well as the way it is eaten.
Why does Ottoman macun come in so many colours?
Ottoman macun comes in different colours to distinguish varieties and create its eye-catching traditional presentation. Colour alone does not tell you which flavour or ingredient was used; that depends on the recipe or the vendor.
What does Ottoman macun taste like?
Ottoman macun tastes very sweet, with its particular flavour depending on the added aromas. Some versions are fruity or floral, while others taste more herbal or spiced; the colours do not always correspond to the same flavours from one seller to another.
Is Ottoman macun the same as mesir macun?
No, Ottoman macun and mesir macun are different confections. The colourful, stick-served Ottoman macun is typically a sweet paste, whereas mesir macun is a dark, spice- and herb-rich paste strongly associated with Manisa, Turkey.
How is Ottoman macun made?
Ottoman macun is made by cooking sugar syrup until it thickens, then dividing and flavouring it to create different varieties. Once the paste is pliable, it can be shaped or wrapped around sticks; working with hot syrup requires care because it can cause severe burns.
Where did Ottoman macun originate?
Ottoman macun takes its name from the Ottoman era and is part of Turkey’s confectionery and street-food tradition. The exact history of the colourful, stick-wrapped version is not firmly established, so it is better not to attribute today’s presentation to one documented original recipe.
Does Ottoman macun raise blood sugar?
Yes, Ottoman macun can raise blood sugar because it is primarily a sugar-based sweet. If you have diabetes, ask your doctor or dietitian how it fits your individual eating plan.
Ottoman macun Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Vitamin C
0.13mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.03mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.75mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.5mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.5mg · 0% DV
Ottoman macun Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ottoman macun
To burn the 80 calories in 1 piece (medium) (25 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 Ottoman macun?
Ottoman macun is a colourful, sticky Turkish confection made by cooking sugar syrup with spices and flavourings until it thickens. Its name evokes the Ottoman era, and it is especially associated with street vendors who twirl vivid strands of the sweet onto a stick, sometimes in several colours.
It tastes intensely sweet, with aromatic notes that vary by recipe, and is usually enjoyed on its own as a small treat rather than as part of a meal. You may encounter it at festivals and cultural events as well as in Turkey’s street-food scene. With 80 g of carbohydrates per 100 g, it is a sugar-rich sweet; a modest piece alongside unsweetened tea can make for a more restrained serving.
How Nutritious Is Ottoman macun?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Ottoman macun 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 Ottoman macun Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Ottoman macun Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
Ottoman macun Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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