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Small, uncooked bulgur dumplings, reddish tan and coarsely textured, shaped into little balls with a shallow dimple in the center and arranged on a plate.

Raw fellah kofte Calories

Uncooked bulgur balls with spices and herbs

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

165kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

120mg

FIBER · 100 G

4.6g

Quick answer

5 piece (medium) of Raw fellah kofte (80 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 165 calories per 100 g. It contains 26 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 1.8 g of fat and 3.7 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Raw fellah kofte Nutrition Facts

Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 80 g

132

KCAL / 80G

Carbs

26g

· 9% DV

Protein

3.4g

· 7% DV

Fat

1.8g

· 2% DV

Fiber

3.7g

· 13% DV

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

Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 10% · Fat 12%

Raw fellah kofte nutrition facts table · 5 piece (medium) (80 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories132 kcal
Total fat1.8 g2%
Saturated fat0.24 g1%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium176 mg8%
Total carbohydrate26 g9%
Fiber3.7 g13%
Protein3.4 g7%

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 Raw fellah kofte?

ServingAmountCalories
5 piece (medium)80 g132 kcal
3 piece (small)48 g79 kcal
100 g100 g165 kcal
1 cup (chopped)120 g198 kcal
8 piece (large)128 g211 kcal
1 serving (medium)150 g248 kcal
10 piece (jumbo)160 g264 kcal

Calculated from 165 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Raw fellah kofte

How do you cook raw fellah kofte?

Boil raw fellah kofte gently in salted water, adding the pieces in small batches so they do not crowd the pot. When they rise to the surface, check one for doneness, then drain and toss the kofte with sauce.

What is raw fellah kofte made of?

Raw fellah kofte is shaped dough made mainly from fine bulgur, usually combined with seasonings and a binder such as flour. The formed pieces are uncooked and need to be boiled before serving.

Why does raw fellah kofte fall apart when boiled?

Raw fellah kofte can fall apart if its bulgur dough is too wet, not kneaded enough, or loosely shaped. Knead until the mixture holds together, adjust a wet dough with a little flour, and handle the pieces gently in the pot.

What sauce goes with raw fellah kofte?

A garlicky tomato sauce is the classic match for raw fellah kofte. Cook garlic and tomato paste briefly in olive oil, add tomatoes, and simmer; toss the drained, boiled kofte in the sauce just before serving.

Can you freeze raw fellah kofte?

Yes, raw fellah kofte freezes well before cooking. Arrange the shaped pieces separately on a tray until firm, then transfer them to a sealed freezer bag so they do not freeze into one clump.

Can you eat raw fellah kofte without boiling it?

No, raw fellah kofte should be cooked before eating. The bulgur may have been moistened during preparation, but that does not replace boiling the shaped pieces before they are served.

Is fellah kofte the same as içli köfte?

No, fellah kofte is made from small, unfilled bulgur-dough pieces, while içli köfte has a bulgur shell filled with a savory mixture, often including meat. Fellah kofte is typically boiled and served with tomato sauce.

Where does fellah kofte come from?

Fellah kofte is a traditional Turkish bulgur dish associated with the country’s south, including Adana and Hatay. It is commonly shaped into small pieces, boiled, and dressed with a garlicky tomato sauce.

Can raw fellah kofte be fried instead of boiled?

Boiling is the usual way to cook raw fellah kofte; frying is not a direct substitute for the traditional method. The pieces are delicate before cooking, so frying may brown the outside before the centers cook through.

How should you serve raw fellah kofte after cooking?

Serve cooked fellah kofte coated in tomato-and-garlic sauce, with yogurt or a fresh salad alongside. Keeping the yogurt on the side lets diners add it to taste without dulling the sauce.

Raw fellah kofte Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Folate

25.6µg · 6% DV

B6

0.1mg · 6% DV

B1

0.07mg · 6% DV

B3

0.96mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.38mg · 17% DV

Copper

0.1mg · 11% DV

Phosphorus

54mg · 8% DV

Sodium

176mg · 8% DV

Potassium ⭐

96mg · 3% DV

Raw fellah kofte Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

14.4
Medium

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

How to Burn Off Raw fellah kofte

To burn the 132 calories in 5 piece (medium) (80 g):

🚶

33min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

13min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

18min

Cycling

🏊

15min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Raw fellah kofte?

Raw fellah kofte refers to the uncooked, shaped bulgur mixture used for fellah kofte, a dish associated with southern Turkey, especially the Adana area. Fine bulgur is kneaded with seasonings and often herbs, then formed into small balls; “raw” describes this stage before cooking, not a usual way to eat it.

The balls are boiled until tender, then commonly tossed in a garlicky tomato sauce and finished with parsley. Their texture is soft yet pleasantly chewy, and they make a satisfying main or side dish. Bulgur makes them mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some fibre and relatively little fat. Cook them through before serving; a fresh salad or plain yoghurt makes a good accompaniment.

How Nutritious Is Raw fellah kofte?

Nutrient density

Medium

45/ 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

53/ 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 Raw fellah kofte 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 Raw fellah kofte 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 Raw fellah kofte 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

Raw fellah kofte Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.24g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.4g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.4g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 10:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (10:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.