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Syrup-soaked crispy kataifi layered with milk pudding
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi (140 g) has 402 calories. That works out to 287 calories per 100 g. It contains 55.4 g of carbs, 6.7 g of protein, 17.4 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 151.2 mg of Phosphorus covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 63 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
402
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
55.4g
· 20% DV
Protein
6.7g
· 13% DV
Fat
17.4g
· 22% DV
Fiber
1.8g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 7% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 402 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.4 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 8.54 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.17 g | |
| Sodium | 165 mg | 7% |
| Total carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% |
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 piece (medium) | 140 g | 402 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 70 g | 201 kcal |
| ½ cup (shredded) | 80 g | 230 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 258 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 287 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 344 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 160 g | 459 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 517 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 574 kcal |
Calculated from 287 calories per 100 g.
Shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi is made with toasted shredded pastry, milk pudding and syrup. Recipes may include butter for browning the pastry and nuts such as pistachios or walnuts as a topping.
To make shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi, toast the shredded pastry with butter, prepare a milk pudding separately, then layer them and add syrup. Let the dessert cool so the pudding sets before slicing and serving.
No. Shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi has a milk-pudding layer, while künefe is typically made with cheese between layers of shredded pastry and served hot. Both use shredded pastry, but their fillings and serving styles differ.
Shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi softens because syrup and moisture from the pudding soak into the toasted pastry as it sits. Toast the pastry thoroughly, and add a fresh topping of crisp pastry just before serving if you want more crunch.
Yes, you can assemble shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi ahead of serving and chill it so the pudding sets. The pastry will soften as it rests, so keep some toasted kataifi separate and sprinkle it on shortly before serving.
Serve shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi chilled or cool, once the pudding layer has set enough to slice cleanly. Crushed pistachios or walnuts make a traditional-style garnish, and coffee or tea pairs well with its sweet, creamy layers.
For smooth muhallebi in shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi, whisk the flour or starch with a little cold milk before adding it to the pan. Stir continuously as the mixture heats and thickens so the pudding cooks evenly.
It can be frozen, but freezing and thawing may make the pudding watery or alter its texture, while the kataifi loses its crispness. Refrigerating the dessert and eating it while fresh gives a better result.
Keep shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi covered in the refrigerator because its milk pudding should not sit out for long. The pastry gradually softens as it absorbs moisture, so it is best enjoyed fresh rather than stored for an extended time.
Yes. For a lighter homemade shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi, use less butter to toast the pastry and reduce the syrup, while keeping the milk pudding layer. The result will taste less rich and less sweet than the traditional version.
Vitamins
B12
0.31µg · 13% DV
B2
0.15mg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
100.8µg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.94µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
151mg · 22% DV
Selenium
8.12µg · 15% DV
Calcium
134mg · 13% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Sodium
165mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
171mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Shredded kataifi dessert with muhallebi layers crisp, finely shredded pastry with smooth milk pudding, then brings the two together with syrup. It is a Turkish dessert: the kataifi is toasted or fried until golden, and the pudding adds a cool, soft contrast to its crunchy strands.
It is usually served chilled and cut into squares, often at family gatherings or alongside tea and coffee. The syrup and pastry make it a carbohydrate-rich, energy-dense sweet, while its protein is relatively modest. If you prefer a less rich serving, choose a smaller piece; plain tea or coffee balances its sweetness well.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
8.54g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.66g
Omega 6:3 ratio 64.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (64.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.