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Turkey sticks
Calories & nutrition facts
breaded, battered, fried
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 279 kcal —
- Protein 14 g 28%
- Carbohydrate 17 g 6%
- Fat 17 g 22%
- Saturated fat 4.4 g 22%
- Sodium 838 mg 36%
- Cholesterol 64 mg 21%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 12 µg 1%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.1 mg 8%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.18 mg 14%
- Niacin (B3) 2.1 mg 13%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.53 mg 11%
- Vitamin B6 0.2 mg 12%
- Folate (B9) 29 µg 7%
- Vitamin B12 0.23 µg 10%
Minerals
- Calcium 14 mg 1%
- Iron 2.2 mg 12%
- Magnesium 15 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 234 mg 19%
- Potassium 260 mg 6%
- Zinc 1.5 mg 13%
- Copper 0.07 mg 8%
- Manganese 0.08 mg 4%
- Selenium 20.7 µg 38%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 279 | 14 g | 17 g | 17 g |
| 1 × stick (2.25 oz) | 64 g | 179 | 9.1 g | 11 g | 11 g |
| 2 × stick (2.25 oz) | 128 g | 357 | 18 g | 22 g | 22 g |
| ½ × stick (2.25 oz) | 32 g | 89 | 4.5 g | 5.4 g | 5.4 g |
| 3 × stick (2.25 oz) | 192 g | 536 | 27 g | 33 g | 32 g |
| 4 × stick (2.25 oz) | 256 g | 714 | 36 g | 44 g | 43 g |
Similar foods
- Breaded battered fried turkey stickspoultry food products, breaded, battered, fried279 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken sticksbreaded, deep-fried in liquid fat381 kcal / 100 g
- Turkey drumstickall classes, meat and skin, roasted203 kcal / 100 g
- Turkey breastfried187 kcal / 100 g
- Chicken breast tendersbreaded, frozen, cooked240 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Turkey sticks
How do you cook turkey sticks so the coating stays crisp?
Arrange them in a single layer in a preheated oven or air fryer, leaving space for air to circulate, and turn them halfway through. Follow the pack’s time and temperature, especially if they’re frozen; a microwave tends to soften the coating.
Are turkey sticks already cooked?
Some are fully cooked and only need reheating; others need cooking through. Check the pack rather than judging by the browned coating, and cook uncooked poultry sticks until the centre reaches 75 °C.
How long do cooked turkey sticks keep in the fridge?
Cool leftovers promptly, refrigerate them in a covered container and eat within two days. Reheat until piping hot throughout, and only reheat them once.
What do you serve with turkey sticks?
They work well with chips or a salad, plus a dip such as mustard, mayonnaise or tomato sauce. For a less rich plate, serve them with crunchy slaw or steamed vegetables.
Are turkey sticks the same as turkey breast strips?
No. Turkey sticks are typically coated and may be fried, while plain turkey breast strips are uncoated meat. The sticks contain 17 g of carbohydrate per 100 g; turkey breast has 6.7 g.
How much protein is in a turkey stick?
A typical stick weighs about 64 g and provides 9.1 g of protein. They can also be salty, so check how many you’re having if you’re eating them alongside other savoury foods.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 171103 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
