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Tarsus mamul Calories
Traditional Tarsus dessert, semolina and walnut filling, syrup-soaked
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Tarsus mamul (45 g) has 185 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.9 g of carbs, 2.8 g of protein, 7 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Tarsus mamul Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
185
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
27.9g
· 10% DV
Protein
2.8g
· 6% DV
Fat
7g
· 9% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 6% · Fat 34%
Tarsus mamul nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (45 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 185 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.71 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 29 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 27.9 g | 10% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 6% |
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 Tarsus mamul?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 45 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 123 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 55 g | 226 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 65 g | 267 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 90 g | 369 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tarsus mamul
What is Tarsus mamul?
Tarsus mamul is a traditional dessert associated with Tarsus, Türkiye, made with semolina dough, a walnut filling and syrup. It is baked before being soaked, giving it a tender, syrupy texture rather than the dry texture of a cookie.
What is inside Tarsus mamul?
Tarsus mamul is centered on semolina dough and a walnut filling, then finished with syrup. Recipes can vary between cooks, so additions to the dough may differ; walnut and syrup are defining parts of the dessert.
How is Tarsus mamul made?
Tarsus mamul is made by wrapping a walnut filling in semolina dough, shaping and baking the pieces, then adding syrup. Letting the baked pieces rest gives them time to absorb the syrup and develop their characteristic soft texture.
Is Tarsus mamul the same as ma'amoul?
No. Tarsus mamul is a syrup-soaked semolina dessert with walnut filling, while ma'amoul usually refers to a short, molded pastry filled with dates or nuts and served without syrup. The similar names can make the two sweets easy to confuse.
Where does Tarsus mamul come from?
Tarsus mamul comes from Tarsus, a district in Mersin province in southern Türkiye. It is a regional sweet associated with local food traditions, especially the combination of semolina, walnuts and syrup.
What does Tarsus mamul taste like?
Tarsus mamul tastes sweet and rich, with a soft, syrup-soaked semolina exterior and a nutty walnut center. Its texture is closer to a moist pastry than a crisp cookie, so it is best served in a small piece.
How should Tarsus mamul be served?
Tarsus mamul is often served at room temperature, either plain or alongside Turkish tea or coffee. Because it is syrupy and filling, it works well as a small dessert after a meal rather than with another rich sweet.
How do you store leftover Tarsus mamul?
Store leftover Tarsus mamul in a covered container in a cool, dry place. In hot weather, refrigerate it; the semolina may firm up when chilled, so let the portion sit at room temperature briefly before serving.
Can you freeze Tarsus mamul?
Yes, Tarsus mamul can be frozen, though thawing may change its syrupy texture. Wrap portions airtight and thaw them in the refrigerator; avoid repeated freezing and thawing, which can make the pastry soggy.
Can people with diabetes eat Tarsus mamul?
Tarsus mamul is a syrup-soaked sweet, so it can raise blood glucose. If you have diabetes, fit a portion into your individual meal plan and ask your doctor or dietitian for advice tailored to your treatment and glucose targets.
Tarsus mamul Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.13µg · 4% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B3
0.54mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Manganese
0.2mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
32mg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.03µg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
59mg · 2% DV
Sodium
29mg · 1% DV
Tarsus mamul Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tarsus mamul
To burn the 185 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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What is Tarsus mamul?
Tarsus mamul is a traditional sweet associated with Tarsus in southern Turkey. It is made with semolina dough and a walnut filling, then soaked in syrup after baking. Recipes and shapes can vary from one household or bakery to another. The outside is gently crisp, while the centre is soft and nutty; the syrup gives it a pronounced sweetness. In Turkey, it is often offered with tea or served to guests and on festive occasions. It is an energy-dense sweet, with most of its energy coming from carbohydrates; a 100 g portion provides 410 kcal. Enjoying a smaller piece with unsweetened tea makes for a simple, lighter serving.
How Nutritious Is Tarsus mamul?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Tarsus mamul 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 Tarsus mamul Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tarsus mamul Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Tarsus mamul Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.71g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 48:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (48:1).
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