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Carbohydrate and energy source, sweet and aromatic with macun
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Pasta with macun (150 g) has 480 calories. That works out to 320 calories per 100 g. It contains 93 g of carbs, 9.8 g of protein, 5.3 g of fat and 3.8 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B1 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
480
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
93g
· 34% DV
Protein
9.8g
· 20% DV
Fat
5.3g
· 7% DV
Fiber
3.8g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 9% · Fat 10%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 480 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.3 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 0.9 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 93 g | 34% |
| Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% |
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 480 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 256 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 320 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 140 g | 448 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 200 g | 640 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 800 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 300 g | 960 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 350 g | 1120 kcal |
Calculated from 320 calories per 100 g.
Pasta with macun is cooked pasta mixed with macun, a sweet, aromatic Turkish paste. It is unlike a typical savory pasta dish, and its flavor and color vary with the kind and amount of macun used.
Boil and drain the pasta, then mix it with macun. If the paste is too thick to coat the pasta, loosen it with a little hot water and add it gradually so the dish does not become overly sweet.
There is no single required type of macun for Pasta with macun; the choice depends on the recipe. A sweet, aromatic paste gives the dish its characteristic flavor, while the paste’s consistency affects how easily it coats the noodles.
Pasta with macun is generally sweet and aromatic rather than savory. Macun brings its own sweetness, so taste as you mix and add it gradually if you want the pasta’s flavor to be less intense.
Several shapes can work for Pasta with macun, including spaghetti and short twists; there is no mandatory shape. Choose pasta that is easy to coat evenly, so the macun does not collect in large pockets.
The basic ingredients in Pasta with macun are cooked pasta and macun, with a little hot water if needed to loosen the paste. Extra ingredients are optional; additions with strong flavors can overwhelm the macun’s distinctive sweetness and aroma.
Pasta with macun is not a widely established traditional pasta recipe with one fixed origin. It combines pasta with macun, a sweet Turkish paste, and recipes can vary rather than following a single regional method.
Serve Pasta with macun soon after mixing it. The paste can thicken as it cools, so if the dish becomes sticky, stir in a little hot water just before serving.
Store leftover Pasta with macun in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it promptly. The macun may firm up and make the pasta clump; add a little water and stir while reheating to loosen it.
Yes, Pasta with macun can be eaten for breakfast, although it is not a standard breakfast dish. Its sweet, aromatic flavor may suit people who enjoy sweet foods in the morning; serve a portion that fits your appetite.
Vitamins
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B5
0.45mg · 9% DV
B2
0.11mg · 8% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.12mg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
83mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.22mg · 10% DV
Magnesium
33mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
105mg · 3% DV
Sodium
15mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 480 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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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.
Pasta with macun combines cooked pasta with macun, a thick, sweet Turkish paste. Macun can be flavoured in different ways, so the aroma and sweetness of the dish depend on the variety used. This is a sweet take on pasta rather than a conventional savoury sauce, and it is best understood as a simple home-style combination rather than a widely standardised recipe.
The pasta stays soft while the macun brings a dense, aromatic sweetness. In Turkey it may be enjoyed as a small snack or dessert, perhaps with tea; elsewhere, it makes a curiosity for anyone interested in Turkish flavours. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates and energy, with 62 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. Start with a modest amount of macun, since its sweetness can be quite pronounced.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.