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Traditional syrup-soaked pastry dessert with pistachio
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Pistachio dolangir (45 g) has 196 calories. That works out to 435 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.8 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 9.9 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 68 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
196
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
23.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
3.2g
· 6% DV
Fat
9.9g
· 13% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 6% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 196 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.9 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.65 g | 18% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 3.2 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.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 196 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 22.5 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 131 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 261 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 348 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 392 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 522 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 135 g | 587 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 783 kcal |
Calculated from 435 calories per 100 g.
Pistachio dolangir is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry dessert made with pistachios. Recipes can differ in how the pastry is shaped and where the pistachios are added, so it is best understood as its own regional-style sweet rather than another name for baklava.
Pistachio dolangir is made by preparing pastry with pistachios, baking it, and soaking it with syrup. Home recipes vary in the pastry’s shape and filling, but adding syrup gradually helps the baked pastry absorb it without becoming waterlogged.
No, pistachio dolangir is not simply another name for baklava. Both are Turkish syrup-soaked pastries that may contain pistachios, but their shaping and pastry preparation can differ; use a dolangir recipe rather than assuming baklava instructions will produce the same result.
Pistachio dolangir belongs to Turkey’s tradition of regional syrup-soaked pastries. The name does not point to one universally standardized recipe, so claims about a precise birthplace should be tied to a specific local source or version.
Pistachio dolangir can turn soggy if the pastry is underbaked, receives too much syrup, or is sealed away while still hot. Bake it until properly cooked, add syrup in stages, and let it cool uncovered so excess steam can escape.
The syrup for pistachio dolangir should be pourable rather than thick like candy. Dissolve the sugar fully and simmer the mixture briefly; a syrup that is too dense may coat the pastry instead of soaking in evenly.
Pistachio dolangir is usually served at room temperature after it has absorbed the syrup. Cutting it while hot can make the pastry fall apart, while serving it straight from the refrigerator may make the texture seem firm.
Store pistachio dolangir in a covered container in a cool, dry place, away from heat and moisture. If your kitchen is warm, refrigerate it; allow it to come toward room temperature before serving, since chilling can firm up the pastry.
Yes, pistachio dolangir can be frozen, although its syrup-soaked pastry may be less crisp after thawing. Freeze portions in an airtight container, thaw them at room temperature, and avoid freezing the same pieces again.
Serve pistachio dolangir with unsweetened tea or coffee. Their clean, slightly bitter notes balance the dessert’s syrupy sweetness, and small portions work well after a meal or as part of a Turkish-style tea spread.
Vitamins
Biotin
1.35µg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.63mg · 4% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B3
0.63mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Manganese
0.17mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
49mg · 7% DV
Selenium
3.06µg · 6% DV
Sodium
74mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
76mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Pistachio dolangir is a traditional Turkish syrup-soaked pastry dessert, made with baked dough and pistachios. Recipes can vary, but the defining combination is pastry, sweet syrup and the nutty flavour of pistachio.
The syrup softens the pastry, while pistachios add a little crunch; depending on the preparation, some parts may remain crisp. In Turkey, it is served in modest portions after a meal, for guests or alongside tea. For English-speaking diners elsewhere, it also pairs well with unsweetened tea or coffee. It is an energy-dense sweet, with 435 kcal per 100 g, so a small piece makes a satisfying dessert.
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Low
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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
3.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.98g
Omega 6:3 ratio 88:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (88:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.