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Spicy bulgur and pepper-paste mixture
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Spicy Raw Köfte (150 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 176 calories per 100 g. It contains 47.7 g of carbs, 6.1 g of protein, 6.1 g of fat and 7.8 g of fiber. Its 1.1 mg of Manganese covers 47% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
264
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
47.7g
· 17% DV
Protein
6.1g
· 12% DV
Fat
6.1g
· 8% DV
Fiber
7.8g
· 28% 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.1 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.83 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 765 mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 47.7 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% |
| Protein | 6.1 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 264 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 18 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 44 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 75 g | 132 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 176 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 125 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 317 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 352 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 528 kcal |
Calculated from 176 calories per 100 g.
Spicy raw köfte is usually made from fine bulgur kneaded with pepper paste, hot pepper or isot, onion, and seasonings. Some recipes add lemon juice, olive oil, or pomegranate molasses. The exact mix varies by maker and regional style.
Yes, spicy raw köfte is not cooked over heat; kneading softens the fine bulgur and blends it with the pepper paste. “Raw” describes the preparation, not necessarily the presence of raw meat: the common bulgur-based version is meat-free.
Spicy raw köfte is commonly made without meat, using bulgur and pepper paste as its base. Some traditional çiğ köfte preparations do use raw meat, so the name alone cannot confirm what is in a particular serving.
Spicy raw köfte is often eaten wrapped in lettuce leaves or flatbread, with lemon and fresh herbs. You can also serve it as a small plate with greens and pomegranate molasses; yogurt or a cooling drink can balance its heat.
Spicy raw köfte is a pepper-forward kind of Turkish çiğ köfte, rather than a completely separate dish. The name can refer to a meat-free bulgur mixture, while some older or regional çiğ köfte recipes include raw meat.
Spicy raw köfte is a strongly seasoned bulgur mixture that is kneaded and usually served uncooked. Kibbeh is a broader family of dishes, often shaped around a filling and commonly baked or fried, though raw versions also exist.
Use less hot pepper or isot and balance the pepper paste with a milder paste when making spicy raw köfte. If it is already prepared, serve it with lettuce, flatbread, or yogurt; these soften the heat but do not remove the spice.
Keep spicy raw köfte in a covered container in the refrigerator and chill it promptly after serving. It tastes and holds its shape best when fresh, so avoid leaving it out for a long time; follow the storage directions for packaged products.
Yes, spicy raw köfte can be frozen, but thawing may make the bulgur softer or crumbly. Freeze it in airtight portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and do not refreeze it after thawing.
Meat-free spicy raw köfte prepared hygienically is generally a different food-safety concern from versions made with raw meat. Avoid raw-meat preparations during pregnancy; if you cannot confirm the ingredients or handling, ask your healthcare professional.
Vitamins
B3
2.55mg · 16% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
Vitamin C
12.75mg · 14% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1.08mg · 47% DV
Sodium
765mg · 33% DV
Copper
0.27mg · 30% DV
Phosphorus
156mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
428mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Spicy raw köfte is a meat-free Turkish preparation of fine bulgur kneaded with pepper paste, chilli and spices, then shaped into small portions. It belongs to the çiğ köfte tradition associated especially with southeastern Turkey; the name refers to the kneading style, not to uncooked meat in this version.
Its texture is tender yet pleasantly firm, with a tangy, savoury heat. It is commonly served tucked into lettuce leaves with lemon, herbs and sometimes flatbread, and makes an easy sharing dish or snack. Bulgur provides most of its energy, along with some fibre: a 100 g portion has 5.2 g. For a lighter serving, use lettuce leaves instead of flatbread and add extra fresh greens.
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.
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.
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
✓ 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
SATURATED
0.83g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.55g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.33g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.