Egyptian Roast Duck with Morta Spiced Onions
Quick answer
A medium portion of Egyptian Roast Duck with Morta Spiced Onions (200 g) contains 620 kcal, with 11 g of net carbohydrates and 46 g of protein. Its glycemic index is 25 (Low) for how fast it raises blood sugar, while its glycemic load per portion is 2.8 (Low) for its actual effect.
- Carbs13 g8.5%
- Protein46 g30%
- Fat42 g61.6%
- Fibre2 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
The best-known dish of the historic Egyptian city of Damietta: roast duck stuffed with "morta", chopped onion rubbed with cumin, cardamom and black pepper; rich, fatty protein with minimal effect on blood sugar (GI 25).
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Its glycemic index is very low because there is no real starch in it; the few carbohydrates come only from the spiced onions.
Best preparation methods
Removing the duck skin before eating cuts about half the saturated fat and calories, helpful if you watch your energy intake.
Important Nutritional Note
Calorie note: a 200 g portion provides 620 kcal and 42 g of fat, more than half the daily fat limit, so if you watch your weight or blood lipids, half a portion with salad is the better choice.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (200 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 310 kcal | 620 kcal |
| Protein | 23 g | 46 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.5 g | 13 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 11 g |
| Fat | 21 g | 42 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1 g | 2 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Arabic dishes with a glycemic index (46), it ranks 6 (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Egyptian Roast Duck with Morta Spiced Onions good for weight loss?
It can fit a balanced plan with portion control: a 200 g portion gives 620 kcal, and what matters most is your total daily intake and the rest of the meal.
How does Egyptian Roast Duck with Morta Spiced Onions affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 25 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 200 g portion has a glycemic load of 2.8 (Low), so the effect of this portion on blood sugar is limited.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Egyptian Roast Duck with Morta Spiced Onions?
A typical 200 g portion of Egyptian Roast Duck with Morta Spiced Onions provides about 620 kcal, 46 g protein, 13 g carbohydrate, 42 g fat and 2 g fibre.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index of this food is a clinically reviewed estimate by the WiBo Health medical team, not a laboratory measurement from the International GI Tables (Atkinson 2021). GI bands (low ≤ 55 · medium 56–69 · high ≥ 70) follow: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.