Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Pisi (deep-fried) Calories
Fried dough, traditional Turkish breakfast, high in fat and carbs
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pisi (deep-fried) (40 g) has 148 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 18 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 0.9 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of Selenium covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Pisi (deep-fried) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
148
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
18g
· 7% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.9g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 8% · Fat 44%
Pisi (deep-fried) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 148 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 148 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
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.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
- Get your daily calorie target
- Snap your meal, log it in seconds
- See every vitamin and mineral
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.
How Many Calories in 1 Medium Pisi (deep-fried)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 148 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 15 g | 56 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 222 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 80 g | 296 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 80 g | 296 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 444 kcal |
Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pisi (deep-fried)
What is pisi, the Turkish fried dough?
Pisi is a Turkish fried dough, usually made from a simple flour-based dough and served warm. It is commonly eaten at breakfast, either plain or alongside cheese, olives, honey, or jam.
What ingredients are used to make pisi?
Pisi is commonly made with flour, water or milk, salt, and yeast; some recipes use baking powder instead. The dough is shaped into small rounds or pieces and deep-fried, with regional and household variations.
Why does pisi sometimes stay flat instead of puffing up?
Pisi may stay flat if its yeast is inactive, the dough has not had enough time to rise, or the dough is rolled too thickly. Check that the yeast is fresh and let the dough rise until visibly airy before shaping.
How is pisi shaped before frying?
Pisi is usually shaped by pinching off pieces of dough and flattening them into rounds or ovals. Some cooks make a small opening in the middle so the dough cooks more evenly, while others leave each piece whole.
Is pisi usually sweet or savory?
Pisi is usually made without sugar, so the fried dough itself is fairly neutral rather than sweet. It can be eaten with savory breakfast foods such as cheese, or paired with honey, jam, or other sweet toppings.
What is the difference between pisi and Turkish bazlama?
Pisi is cooked by deep-frying shaped dough, which gives it a crisp, browned exterior. Bazlama is a thick flatbread cooked on a hot griddle or pan with little or no oil, so it has a softer, bread-like texture.
Can pisi be filled with cheese before frying?
Yes, pisi can be filled with cheese before frying. Add a modest amount of crumbled or grated cheese to the center of each dough piece, seal the edges firmly, and fry with the seam closed to help prevent leaking.
Can you make pisi without yeast?
Yes, pisi can be made without yeast by using baking powder or a recipe designed for unleavened dough. The result is usually less airy and bread-like than yeast-raised pisi, but it takes less time to prepare.
How do you keep leftover pisi from getting soggy?
Let leftover pisi cool completely before storing it in a container; trapping steam while it is warm makes the crust soft. Reheat it in an oven or dry skillet to bring back some crispness rather than microwaving it.
Is pisi the same as Turkish lokma?
No, pisi and lokma are different fried dough foods. Pisi is generally a larger, unsweetened piece often eaten at breakfast, while lokma is usually made as small pieces and served coated in syrup.
Pisi (deep-fried) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.48mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.44mg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
148mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2.8µg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
28mg · 1% DV
Pisi (deep-fried) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pisi (deep-fried)
To burn the 148 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Pisi (deep-fried)?
Pisi is a traditional Turkish fried dough, made by shaping a simple flour-based dough into pieces and cooking them in hot oil. The dough may be leavened, and its size and shape vary from one home or region to another.
In Turkey, pisi is especially associated with breakfast, served hot alongside tea. It can be eaten plain or paired with olives, cheese, honey or jam; outside Turkey, it makes a satisfying savoury or sweet snack. It is rich in carbohydrates and fat, with 45 g of carbohydrates and 18 g of fat per 100 g. For a lighter breakfast, have a smaller piece with fresh vegetables and cheese, and blot excess oil after frying.
How Nutritious Is Pisi (deep-fried)?
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 Pisi (deep-fried) 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 Pisi (deep-fried) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pisi (deep-fried) 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
Pisi (deep-fried) Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.68g
Omega 6:3 ratio 50:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (50:1).
Compare Pisi (deep-fried)
Foods Similar to Pisi (deep-fried)
Have another question about Pisi (deep-fried)?
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Scan calories with your camera
Instant AI nutrition analysis
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.