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Walnut Sucuk (Homemade) Calories

Energy-dense, traditional sweet made from walnuts and grape must

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

370kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

320mg

FIBER · 100 G

4.5g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Walnut Sucuk (Homemade) (40 g) has 148 calories. That works out to 370 calories per 100 g. It contains 24 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 4.8 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Walnut Sucuk (Homemade) Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g

148

KCAL / 40G

Carbs

24g

· 9% DV

Protein

3g

· 6% DV

Fat

4.8g

· 6% 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 63% · Protein 8% · Fat 29%

Walnut Sucuk (Homemade) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (40 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories148 kcal
Total fat4.8 g6%
Saturated fat0.48 g2%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium4 mg0%
Total carbohydrate24 g9%
Fiber1.8 g6%
Protein3 g6%

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 Walnut Sucuk (Homemade)?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)40 g148 kcal
1 slice (thin)15 g56 kcal
1 piece (small)25 g93 kcal
1 slice (thick)25 g93 kcal
1 serving (medium)50 g185 kcal
1 piece (large)60 g222 kcal
1 serving (large)75 g278 kcal
2 piece (double)80 g296 kcal
100 g100 g370 kcal

Calculated from 370 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut Sucuk (Homemade)

What is homemade walnut sucuk?

Homemade walnut sucuk is a traditional sweet made by threading walnuts on a string, coating them in thickened grape must or syrup, and drying them. It is chewy, shaped like a sausage, and contains no meat despite the name.

How do you make homemade walnut sucuk?

Homemade walnut sucuk is made by dipping threaded walnuts into grape must thickened with flour or starch, then letting the coating dry. Repeated dips build a thicker layer; hang the strings in a well-ventilated place until the coating is no longer wet.

Is homemade walnut sucuk the same as churchkhela?

They are closely related but not always identical sweets. Both usually have nuts threaded on a string and coated in thickened grape juice; churchkhela is Georgian, while homemade walnut sucuk is associated with Turkish regional traditions and may use different ingredients or methods.

Why is homemade walnut sucuk called sucuk if it has no meat?

Homemade walnut sucuk contains no meat; “sucuk” describes its long, sausage-like shape. Its main ingredients are walnuts and a sweet grape-based coating, so it is a confection rather than a meat product.

How should homemade walnut sucuk be stored?

Store homemade walnut sucuk in a cool, dry place in an airtight container, away from direct sunlight. If your kitchen is warm or humid, refrigerate it in a sealed container and let it come to room temperature before serving for a softer texture.

How long does homemade walnut sucuk last?

Homemade walnut sucuk can keep for a few weeks when fully dried and stored in a clean, airtight container in a cool, dry place. Its shelf life is shorter if the coating remains moist; discard it if you see mold or notice an unusual smell.

Can you freeze homemade walnut sucuk?

Yes, homemade walnut sucuk can be frozen. Wrap pieces separately or place parchment between them in an airtight container, then thaw in the refrigerator; slow thawing helps limit condensation that can make the coating sticky.

Why is homemade walnut sucuk sticky?

Homemade walnut sucuk is usually sticky because its grape coating has not dried fully or it has absorbed moisture during storage. Leave it somewhere cool and well ventilated to dry further, and keep finished pieces in an airtight container.

Is homemade walnut sucuk healthy?

Homemade walnut sucuk offers walnuts, but its grape-based coating makes it a sweet, energy-dense treat. It can fit as an occasional dessert; a smaller piece is a practical choice if you are watching your added-sugar intake.

How do you serve homemade walnut sucuk?

Homemade walnut sucuk is usually sliced into bite-sized pieces and served as a dessert or snack, often with tea or coffee. Use a sharp knife to cut through the firm coating without pulling the walnuts off the string.

Walnut Sucuk (Homemade) Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.07mg · 6% DV

B6

0.1mg · 6% DV

B5

0.2mg · 4% DV

B2

0.05mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.2mg · 22% DV

Manganese

0.48mg · 21% DV

Phosphorus

48mg · 7% DV

Magnesium

22mg · 5% DV

Potassium ⭐

128mg · 4% DV

Sodium

4mg · 0% DV

Walnut Sucuk (Homemade) Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

13.2
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Walnut Sucuk (Homemade)

To burn the 148 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):

🚶

37min

Walking (5 km/h)

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15min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

20min

Cycling

🏊

17min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Walnut Sucuk (Homemade)?

Homemade walnut sucuk is a traditional Turkish sweet, not a meat sausage. Whole walnuts are threaded onto a string, dipped in a thickened grape-must or grape-molasses mixture, then dried until the coating becomes chewy. It is made in different parts of Anatolia, with local variations in the coating and its sweetness.

The outside is sweet and pleasantly chewy, while the walnuts give each slice a rich, crunchy centre. In Turkey it is commonly cut into pieces and served with tea as a snack, particularly in cooler months; it also travels well as a compact treat. It is energy-dense, with most of its carbohydrate coming from the grape coating and some fat, fibre and protein from the walnuts. A small slice with unsweetened tea makes a satisfying pairing.

How Nutritious Is Walnut Sucuk (Homemade)?

Nutrient density

Medium

52/ 100

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

Medium

37/ 100

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 Walnut Sucuk (Homemade) Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally 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 Walnut Sucuk (Homemade) Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts yes
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Walnut Sucuk (Homemade) Good For?

Vegan

— Not 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

Walnut Sucuk (Homemade) Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.48g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.88g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.4g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 4.2:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (4.2:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.