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Tulumba pastry with peanut Calories
Fried syrup-soaked pastry, with peanuts
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
3 piece (medium) of Tulumba pastry with peanut (60 g) has 246 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 31.2 g of carbs, 3.7 g of protein, 11.4 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Manganese covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Tulumba pastry with peanut Nutrition Facts
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 60 g
246
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
31.2g
· 11% DV
Protein
3.7g
· 7% DV
Fat
11.4g
· 15% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 52% · Protein 6% · Fat 42%
Tulumba pastry with peanut nutrition facts table · 3 piece (medium) (60 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 246 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.4 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 31.2 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% |
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 3 Pieces of Tulumba pastry with peanut?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 82 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 200 g | 820 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 250 g | 1025 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tulumba pastry with peanut
What is tulumba pastry with peanut made of?
Tulumba pastry with peanut is a piped, deep-fried dough soaked in syrup and served with peanuts. The dough commonly contains flour, eggs and water; depending on the recipe, the peanuts may be mixed in, sprinkled on top or served alongside.
How do you make tulumba pastry with peanut at home?
To make tulumba pastry with peanut, pipe the dough into hot oil, fry until golden, then soak it briefly in chilled syrup. Add peanuts according to the recipe, either in the dough or as a topping; the contrast in dough and syrup temperature helps the syrup absorb.
Why is tulumba pastry with peanut soggy instead of crisp?
Tulumba pastry with peanut can turn soggy if it is under-fried or left in syrup too long. Fry the pieces until evenly golden, drain them well, and soak them briefly; storing them in an airtight container also softens the fried shell.
Should the syrup for tulumba pastry with peanut be hot or cold?
For a common tulumba method, the fried dough is hot and the syrup is cold. This temperature contrast helps the syrup soak into the pastry without requiring a long soak, which can make the outside lose its crispness.
Where does tulumba pastry with peanut come from?
Tulumba pastry with peanut is a peanut-topped variation of tulumba, a syrup-soaked fried pastry associated with Ottoman cuisine and popular in Turkey and the Balkans. The peanut version is not tied to one particular region and varies by shop and recipe.
How should you store tulumba pastry with peanut?
Store tulumba pastry with peanut in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. The syrup gradually softens the fried dough, so it will not stay crisp like freshly made tulumba; bring it closer to room temperature before serving.
Can you make tulumba pastry with peanut less sweet?
Yes, you can make tulumba pastry with peanut less sweet by reducing its time in the syrup and draining it thoroughly. This keeps some of the syrup-soaked character while producing a less saturated pastry, though it will differ from the classic version.
What kind of peanuts go on tulumba pastry with peanut?
Unsalted roasted peanuts, chopped or finely ground, work well on tulumba pastry with peanut. They add a nutty contrast to the syrup; some versions mix the peanuts into the dough, while others use them only as a topping.
Can people with diabetes eat tulumba pastry with peanut?
Tulumba pastry with peanut can raise blood sugar because it is soaked in sugary syrup. Whether it fits a diabetes meal plan depends on individual glucose management and portion planning, so ask your clinician or dietitian for personal guidance.
What is the difference between tulumba pastry with peanut and lokma?
Tulumba pastry with peanut is piped into ridged, elongated pieces, while lokma is usually formed as small round balls of fried dough. Both are commonly soaked in syrup, but peanuts are a defining addition in this tulumba variation, not a standard feature of lokma.
Tulumba pastry with peanut Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
1.02mg · 7% DV
B5
0.24mg · 5% DV
B3
0.72mg · 5% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.21mg · 9% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
39mg · 6% DV
Selenium
2.4µg · 4% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Tulumba pastry with peanut Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tulumba pastry with peanut
To burn the 246 calories in 3 piece (medium) (60 g):
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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 Tulumba pastry with peanut?
Tulumba pastry with peanut is a Turkish syrup dessert made by piping ridged dough into hot oil, frying it until crisp, then soaking it in syrup and adding peanuts. The contrast is part of its appeal: a lightly crisp outside gives way to a tender centre, with sweetness from the syrup and a nutty finish. In Turkey, tulumba is commonly bought from pastry shops and sweet-makers, served after a meal or alongside tea, and often shared at celebrations.
Because it is fried and syrup-soaked, it is energy-dense and largely provides carbohydrates and fat; the peanuts contribute some protein as well. A small portion is often satisfying, and unsweetened tea makes a simple pairing that balances the richness.
How Nutritious Is Tulumba pastry with peanut?
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 Tulumba pastry with peanut Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Tulumba pastry with peanut Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Tulumba pastry with peanut Good For?
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
Tulumba pastry with peanut Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 64:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (64:1).
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