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Potato çiğköfte Calories
Spiced meatless çiğköfte with potato
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Potato çiğköfte (120 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.4 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 5.6 g of fiber. Its 0.6 mg of Manganese covers 27% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Potato çiğköfte Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
198
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
37.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
3.4g
· 4% DV
Fiber
5.6g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 76% · Protein 9% · Fat 15%
Potato çiğköfte nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
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 Serving of Potato çiğköfte?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 20 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 25 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 74 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (shredded) | 60 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 115 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 150 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 297 kcal |
Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Potato çiğköfte
What is Potato çiğköfte?
Potato çiğköfte is a meatless Turkish çiğköfte variation made by kneading cooked potato with fine bulgur, pepper paste and spices. It is usually shaped by hand and served cool with lettuce, lemon and fresh herbs.
Does Potato çiğköfte contain meat?
No, Potato çiğköfte is made without meat; mashed cooked potato helps bind the bulgur and seasonings. Recipes vary, so if you are ordering it rather than making it, ask about any added ingredients or toppings.
How do you make Potato çiğköfte at home?
To make Potato çiğköfte, boil and mash potatoes, then knead them with fine bulgur, pepper paste, onion and spices. Keep kneading until the bulgur softens and the mixture holds together, then shape it by hand.
How is Potato çiğköfte different from regular çiğköfte?
Potato çiğköfte uses cooked potato as a key ingredient, while traditional meat-based çiğköfte is made with raw meat, fine bulgur and spices. Many modern çiğköfte recipes are meatless, but potato gives this version a softer, more tender texture.
What does Potato çiğköfte taste like?
Potato çiğköfte tastes savory and warmly spiced, with a soft texture from the potato and a slight chew from fine bulgur. Pepper paste, herbs and lemon can make it more aromatic, spicy or tangy depending on the recipe.
Where does Potato çiğköfte come from?
Potato çiğköfte is a home-style variation of çiğköfte, a dish associated with southeastern Turkey. It adapts the region’s bulgur-and-spice preparation by using cooked potato, rather than being one fixed, standardized recipe.
How do you keep Potato çiğköfte from falling apart?
To keep Potato çiğköfte from falling apart, use fine bulgur and knead until it has softened and the mixture holds its shape. If the mixture feels dry, add a little water; if it is too soft, work in more fine bulgur.
How is Potato çiğköfte usually served?
Potato çiğköfte is commonly served cool with lettuce leaves, lemon wedges and fresh herbs. You can shape it into small portions and wrap each one in lettuce; ayran is also a popular drink alongside Turkish çiğköfte.
Can you make Potato çiğköfte ahead of time?
Yes, you can make Potato çiğköfte ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator for about two days. Shape it close to serving time if you want a fresher appearance, and avoid leaving leftovers out at room temperature for long.
Can Potato çiğköfte be frozen?
Yes, Potato çiğköfte can be frozen, but thawed potato may make the mixture softer or watery. Freeze it in airtight portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reshape it before serving if needed.
Potato çiğköfte Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.29mg · 17% DV
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
Vitamin C
9mg · 10% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.62mg · 27% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
94mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
408mg · 12% DV
Potato çiğköfte Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Potato çiğköfte
To burn the 198 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Potato çiğköfte?
Potato çiğköfte is a meatless take on Turkish çiğköfte, made by kneading fine bulgur with cooked potato, pepper or tomato paste, onion and spices, then shaping the mixture by hand. The potato softens the texture and helps bind the bulgur; recipes vary between households.
In Turkey, it is commonly served with lettuce, lemon and herbs, either wrapped in a leaf or rolled into lavash, and may be shared as a snack or meze. It tastes savoury, warmly spiced and often a little tangy, with a soft, slightly grainy bite. It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich dish, with some fibre. Pair it with fresh greens and lemon for a lighter, brighter serving.
How Nutritious Is Potato çiğköfte?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Potato çiğköfte 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 Potato çiğköfte Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Potato çiğköfte Good For?
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
Potato çiğköfte Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.94g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.96g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.6:1).
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