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Traditional dish with sucuk sausage
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Sucuklu şıra (180 g) has 513 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.8 g of carbs, 20.7 g of protein, 33.5 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 1.3 µg of B12 covers 53% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
513
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
32.8g
· 12% DV
Protein
20.7g
· 41% DV
Fat
33.5g
· 43% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 25% · Protein 16% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 513 kcal | |
| Total fat | 33.5 g | 43% |
| Saturated fat | 11.16 g | 56% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 1404 mg | 61% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.8 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 20.7 g | 41% |
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) | 180 g | 513 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 20 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 570 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 741 kcal |
Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.
Sucuklu şıra is a traditional preparation that brings together sucuk, a Turkish spiced sausage, and şıra, a grape-based drink or liquid ingredient. Recipes can differ in how the grape şıra is used, so the name may describe a local preparation rather than one fixed recipe.
Fresh grape şıra is non-alcoholic, but it can ferment and develop alcohol if left to stand. For sucuklu şıra, use fresh, sweet-tasting şıra; a fizzy, sour smell or taste can be a sign that it has started fermenting.
Serve sucuklu şıra according to the recipe’s preparation: it may be presented as a hot, savory dish or with the sucuk and şıra served together. Plain bread and fresh vegetables make simple accompaniments without adding more salt or sweetness.
Sucuklu şıra combines the savory, spiced flavor of sucuk with the fruity sweetness of grape şıra. The balance varies with the recipe and the amount of each ingredient, so it can taste more sweet-and-savory or more sausage-forward.
Sucuklu şıra is best understood as a sucuk-based dish or preparation, not simply a glass of grape juice. Şıra on its own is a drink, but adding sucuk makes the named preparation savory; regional recipes may serve the components differently.
Yes, sucuklu şıra can be made without extra sugar because grape şıra is naturally sweet. Avoiding added sugar keeps the grape flavor while letting the sucuk provide the savory element; taste the şıra before preparing it, since sweetness varies.
There is no exact substitute for sucuk in sucuklu şıra, because its distinctive spices define the dish. If you need an alternative, use another fully cooked spiced sausage, knowing that the taste and traditional character will change.
Sucuklu şıra is best eaten freshly prepared, but leftovers can be refrigerated in a covered container rather than left at room temperature. Reheat them thoroughly before serving, and discard them if they have an unusual smell or appearance.
Sucuklu şıra can be eaten at breakfast, especially where hearty sucuk dishes are part of the morning meal. Its savory sausage and sweet grape element make it different from a typical sausage-and-eggs breakfast, and serving customs vary by household and region.
People with diabetes should account for the grape şıra, which contains natural sugars and can affect blood glucose. Sucuk also adds salt and saturated fat. Portion size and the rest of the meal matter, so seek personalized advice from a clinician or dietitian.
Vitamins
B12
1.26µg · 53% DV
B3
5.22mg · 33% DV
B1
0.32mg · 27% DV
Biotin
7.2µg · 24% DV
Minerals
Sodium
1404mg · 61% DV
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Phosphorus
230mg · 33% DV
Zinc
2.88mg · 26% DV
Potassium ⭐
378mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sucuklu şıra brings together sucuk, the Turkish spiced sausage, and şıra, grape juice or must. The exact preparation can vary, but the combination balances the sausage’s savoury, peppery richness with the fruit’s sweet-tart flavour. It is a traditional-style pairing rather than a standard sausage dish found everywhere.
In Turkey, it can be served warm with bread as a small meal, or in a modest portion alongside breakfast dishes. The sucuk makes it substantial, while the grape element adds carbohydrates; it provides 11.5 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, keep the serving small and pair it with fresh tomatoes or greens rather than adding more rich sides.
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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
11.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
14.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 36:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (36:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.