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Plain boiled bulgur dumplings
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Plain fellah köfte (180 g) has 302 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 63.2 g of carbs, 8.3 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 8.5 g of fiber. Its 1.6 mg of Manganese covers 70% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
302
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
63.2g
· 23% DV
Protein
8.3g
· 17% DV
Fat
1.4g
· 2% DV
Fiber
8.5g
· 30% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 85% · Protein 11% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 302 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.4 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 378 mg | 16% |
| Total carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% |
| Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% |
| Protein | 8.3 g | 17% |
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) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 12 g | 20 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 60 g | 101 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 80 g | 134 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 120 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 160 g | 269 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 420 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Plain fellah köfte is a Turkish dish of small bulgur dumplings that are shaped and boiled. “Plain” usually means they are served without the familiar garlicky tomato sauce, so the dumplings can be dressed or paired to taste.
Plain fellah köfte is associated with southern Turkey, where bulgur-based dishes are common. It is especially linked with Adana and nearby regions, though recipes and serving styles vary between households.
No, plain fellah köfte is made from bulgur dough rather than meat. The dumplings are typically shaped with seasonings and a binding ingredient, then boiled; meat may be served alongside, but it is not part of the plain dumplings.
Plain fellah köfte is made from small bulgur dumplings that are boiled, while içli köfte has a bulgur shell filled with a seasoned filling, often including meat. They are distinct Turkish dishes despite both using bulgur.
Garlicky tomato sauce is the classic pairing for plain fellah köfte. Many versions use tomato or pepper paste, oil, garlic, and herbs; you can serve the sauce on the side to keep the dumplings plain until serving.
Plain fellah köfte usually fall apart when the bulgur dough is too dry, insufficiently kneaded, or not bound well enough. Make sure the bulgur has softened and the dough holds together when shaped, then add the dumplings to gently boiling water.
Plain fellah köfte are cooked when they have softened through and float to the surface of the boiling water. Check one dumpling before draining the batch; it should feel tender rather than chalky or firm in the center.
Yes, you can freeze plain fellah köfte before boiling. Freeze the shaped dumplings separately on a tray, then transfer them to a sealed container; cook them straight from frozen so they are less likely to stick together.
Reheat plain fellah köfte gently in a covered pan with a splash of water, stirring carefully so the dumplings do not break. You can also warm them briefly in hot water, then drain and add sauce or other toppings.
Plain fellah köfte pairs well with garlicky tomato sauce, a crisp salad, or yogurt. Serving the sauce and accompaniments separately lets you keep the dumplings plain and gives everyone a chance to dress their portion.
Vitamins
B3
2.88mg · 18% DV
B1
0.16mg · 13% DV
B6
0.2mg · 12% DV
Biotin
3.24µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.62mg · 70% DV
Copper
0.25mg · 28% DV
Phosphorus
140mg · 20% DV
Sodium
378mg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
173mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 302 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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Plain fellah köfte is made by kneading fine bulgur with flour and water, shaping it into small dumplings and boiling them. The dish is associated with southern Turkish cooking, particularly the Adana and Çukurova region; “plain” means the dumplings are served without their usual sauce.
They have a tender, slightly springy texture and a gently nutty bulgur flavour. In Turkey, they’re commonly dressed with garlicky tomato sauce and parsley, or served plain as a simple side. They’re mainly a source of carbohydrates, with modest fibre and little fat. For a lighter plate, use just a little sauce and serve them alongside fresh greens.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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 2
Minimally 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
✓ 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
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.