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Pale, folded dough dumplings with soft-looking potato filling are arranged on a plate, topped with white yogurt and glossy butter streaked with red pepper.

Potato Hingel Dumplings Calories

Traditional Caucasian dumplings with potato filling, boiled.

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

185kcal

GI

65medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

210mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.3g

Quick answer

5 piece (medium) of Potato Hingel Dumplings (120 g) has 222 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 39 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 4.9 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Potato Hingel Dumplings Nutrition Facts

Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 120 g

222

KCAL / 120G

Carbs

39g

· 14% DV

Protein

5g

· 10% DV

Fat

4.9g

· 6% DV

Fiber

2.8g

· 10% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 71% · Protein 9% · Fat 20%

Potato Hingel Dumplings nutrition facts table · 5 piece (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories222 kcal
Total fat4.9 g6%
Saturated fat1.32 g7%
Trans fat0.01 g
Sodium384 mg17%
Total carbohydrate39 g14%
Fiber2.8 g10%
Protein5 g10%

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 5 Pieces of Potato Hingel Dumplings?

ServingAmountCalories
5 piece (medium)120 g222 kcal
1 piece (mini)25 g46 kcal
2 piece (small)50 g93 kcal
3 piece (small)70 g130 kcal
100 g100 g185 kcal
1 serving (small)100 g185 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g278 kcal
8 piece (large)200 g370 kcal
1 serving (large)250 g463 kcal
10 piece (jumbo)250 g463 kcal

Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Potato Hingel Dumplings

What are Potato Hingel Dumplings, and where do they come from?

Potato Hingel Dumplings are boiled dumplings filled with potato, associated with Caucasian cooking and regional cuisines in eastern Turkey. Recipes and folding styles vary by household, but the defining feature is the potato filling wrapped in dough.

How do you make the potato filling for Potato Hingel Dumplings?

For Potato Hingel Dumplings, mash boiled potatoes and mix them with cooked onion, salt, and pepper. Let the filling cool before shaping the dumplings; warm filling can soften the dough and make it harder to seal.

How are Potato Hingel Dumplings folded?

Potato Hingel Dumplings are usually made by placing a small portion of filling on a dough round, folding the dough over it, and firmly pinching the edges closed. The exact shape varies, but a tight seal keeps the filling inside while boiling.

Are Potato Hingel Dumplings the same as Turkish mantı?

No. Potato Hingel Dumplings are generally larger and filled with potato, while Turkish mantı is commonly made as small dumplings with minced meat. Hingel is also associated with Caucasian regional cooking, though both dishes have many household variations.

How long should you boil Potato Hingel Dumplings?

Boil Potato Hingel Dumplings in salted water until the dough is tender and cooked through. Check one by cutting it open: the dough should not look raw or floury around the filling. Avoid overcrowding the pot, which can make them stick.

What do you serve with Potato Hingel Dumplings?

Potato Hingel Dumplings are often served with garlic yogurt and melted butter seasoned with pepper or paprika. Some versions use butter without yogurt. A simple salad or pickles can balance the rich topping without competing with the potato filling.

Can you cook Potato Hingel Dumplings from frozen?

Yes. Add frozen Potato Hingel Dumplings directly to boiling water rather than thawing them first, and cook until the dough is tender all the way through. Separate any pieces that have stuck together before adding them to the pot.

Why do Potato Hingel Dumplings fall apart while boiling?

Potato Hingel Dumplings can fall apart if their seams are not firmly pinched, the dough is too thin, or the pot is crowded and stirred roughly. Seal each dumpling well and lower it gently into steadily boiling water.

Can you pan-fry leftover Potato Hingel Dumplings?

Yes. Drain leftover Potato Hingel Dumplings well, then fry them in a lightly buttered pan until the outside is browned and crisp. This works especially well for dumplings that have been refrigerated; serve them with yogurt or a little extra butter.

How should you store cooked Potato Hingel Dumplings?

Refrigerate cooked Potato Hingel Dumplings in a covered container once they have cooled, and eat them within a few days. Keep yogurt or other toppings separate where possible, then reheat the dumplings gently in a pan or covered in the microwave.

Potato Hingel Dumplings Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

9.6mg · 11% DV

B6

0.16mg · 9% DV

B1

0.11mg · 9% DV

B3

1.32mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Sodium

384mg · 17% DV

Copper

0.11mg · 12% DV

Phosphorus

58mg · 8% DV

Potassium ⭐

252mg · 7% DV

Potato Hingel Dumplings Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

65
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

25.2
High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Potato Hingel Dumplings

To burn the 222 calories in 5 piece (medium) (120 g):

🚶

55min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

23min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

30min

Cycling

🏊

26min

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 Hingel Dumplings?

Potato hingel dumplings are a traditional dumpling from the Caucasus and parts of eastern Anatolia. A simple dough is filled with mashed or grated potato, folded into small parcels and boiled. Hingel has regional variations, and the potato filling makes this version a comforting, filling choice for a home-cooked meal.

They are commonly served hot with garlicky yoghurt and melted butter, sometimes seasoned with paprika or chilli; toppings vary by household. The dish is mainly a source of carbohydrate, with a modest amount of protein. For a lighter plate, use a little less butter and add a crisp salad or vegetables alongside.

How Nutritious Is Potato Hingel Dumplings?

Nutrient density

Medium

38/ 100

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

39/ 100

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 Hingel Dumplings 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 Hingel Dumplings Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Potato Hingel Dumplings 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

Potato Hingel Dumplings Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.32g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.56g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.2g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.