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Raw içli köfte Calories
Raw bulgur and spiced minced meat mixture; provides protein and iron.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Raw içli köfte (55 g) has 100 calories. That works out to 182 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.8 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 3.9 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 46 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Raw içli köfte Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 55 g
100
KCAL / 55G
Carbs
9.8g
· 4% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
3.9g
· 5% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 25% · Fat 35%
Raw içli köfte nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (55 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.9 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 1.26 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 154 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
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 Medium Raw içli köfte?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 55 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 64 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 80 g | 146 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 90 g | 164 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 182 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 110 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 273 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 165 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 400 kcal |
Calculated from 182 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Raw içli köfte
What is raw içli köfte?
Raw içli köfte is a Turkish bulgur-and-minced-meat preparation eaten without cooking. Its seasoning and exact shaping vary by recipe, and it should not be confused with the more familiar içli köfte that is fried or boiled.
Is it safe to eat raw içli köfte?
Raw içli köfte made with uncooked minced meat carries a risk of foodborne illness. Spices or lemon juice do not make raw meat reliably safe; pregnant people, young children, older adults, and people with weakened immunity should avoid it.
How is raw içli köfte made?
Raw içli köfte is made by kneading fine bulgur with seasoned minced meat until the mixture holds together, then shaping it. Recipes may include onion or pepper paste; keep the meat chilled while preparing and serve the dish promptly.
How is raw içli köfte different from regular içli köfte?
Raw içli köfte is served uncooked, while regular içli köfte is typically shaped around a filling and fried or boiled. The raw version therefore has different food-safety considerations, especially when its mixture contains uncooked minced meat.
Where does raw içli köfte come from?
Raw içli köfte is associated with the bulgur-based food traditions of southern and southeastern Turkey. Recipes and names vary across the region, so it is better understood as a regional style than as one fixed recipe from a single town.
What do you serve with raw içli köfte?
Raw içli köfte is commonly served soon after preparation, with lemon, fresh herbs, or salad. Keep it chilled until serving and avoid leaving a raw-meat version out at room temperature for an extended meal.
How long does raw içli köfte keep in the refrigerator?
Raw içli köfte containing minced meat is best eaten fresh, ideally on the day it is made. Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and discard them if they have been left warm for too long or seem altered.
Can you freeze raw içli köfte?
Yes, raw içli köfte can be frozen, though the bulgur may have a softer or less cohesive texture after thawing. Freeze it promptly in an airtight package, thaw it in the refrigerator, and do not refreeze it after thawing.
Why does raw içli köfte fall apart?
Raw içli köfte often falls apart when the fine bulgur has not softened enough or the mixture has not been kneaded until cohesive. Add water gradually during preparation and give the bulgur time to absorb it before shaping.
Does lemon juice make raw içli köfte safe to eat?
No, lemon juice does not reliably make the raw minced meat in raw içli köfte safe. Acid can change its taste and appearance, but it is not a substitute for cooking or other safe handling of meat.
Raw içli köfte Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.61µg · 25% DV
B3
1.87mg · 12% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.65µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Selenium
7.15µg · 13% DV
Zinc
1.32mg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
81mg · 12% DV
Sodium
154mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
131mg · 4% DV
Raw içli köfte Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Raw içli köfte
To burn the 100 calories in 1 piece (medium) (55 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Raw içli köfte?
Raw içli köfte is a Levantine and southeastern Turkish preparation of fine bulgur kneaded with minced meat, onion and spices. Unlike the familiar cooked, stuffed köfte, the mixture is served raw, often shaped into small portions.
It has a savoury, warmly spiced flavour and a pleasantly grainy, tender texture. In its region of origin it is commonly served with herbs, lettuce and lemon as part of a shared meal; elsewhere, it works well as a small starter alongside fresh salad. Bulgur and meat make it a source of protein, while the bulgur also contributes fibre. Because it contains raw meat, choose a trusted source, keep it chilled and eat it freshly prepared.
How Nutritious Is Raw içli köfte?
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 Raw içli köfte Processed?
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.
Does Raw içli köfte Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Raw içli köfte Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Raw içli köfte Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.54g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.