Calories in Mekitsa (fried dough)
Mekitsa (fried dough) contains 370 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 piece (90 g) — carries about 333 kcal.
Fried yogurt dough; powdered sugar or jam pushes the calories higher still.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 piece (90 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 370 kcal | 333 kcal |
| Protein | 7 g | 6.3 g |
| Fat | 20 g | 18 g |
| Carbohydrates | 41 g | 37 g |
| Sugars | 3 g | 2.7 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~83 minutes
~33 minutes
Approximate, for a ~333 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in mekitsa (fried dough)?
Mekitsa (fried dough) contains 370 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 piece (90 g) — carries about 333 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does mekitsa (fried dough) have?
Per 100 g: 7 g protein, 20 g fat and 41 g carbohydrates and 3 g sugars.
Is mekitsa (fried dough) suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 370 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (1 piece (90 g)) is ~333 kcal. Fried yogurt dough; powdered sugar or jam pushes the calories higher still.
How much does one serving of mekitsa (fried dough) weigh?
The typical serving is 1 piece (90 g) — about 90 g, which equals ~333 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of mekitsa (fried dough)?
Roughly 83 minutes of brisk walking or 33 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.