Fresh anjeer: 74 cal per 100g. Dried anjeer: 249 cal per 100g. That is a 3.4x calorie increase from the same fruit. Most Indians eat dried figs (soaked overnight) as a health food. Three dried figs soaked in water: 75 calories. Six: 150 calories. The ‘health food’ label makes people eat unlimited dried figs without realising they are calorie-dense snacks.
This is the complete calorie breakdown for anjeer (fig). Every variant, every preparation method, every portion size that matters in an Indian kitchen. No generic database numbers. Real Indian servings, honestly measured.
Protein: 0.8g · Carbs: 19g · Fat: 0.3g · Fibre: 2.9g
Full calorie breakdown
The calorie count for anjeer (fig) varies significantly depending on size, stuffing, and preparation method. Here’s every variant you’ll encounter, from the lightest to the heaviest.
| Variant | Serving | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 fresh figs | 100g | 70-78 | 0.8g |
| 3 dried figs (soaked/dry) | 30g | 72-78 | 1.2g |
| 5 dried figs | 50g | 120-130 | 2g |
| Dried figs (100g) | 100g | 245-255 | 3.3g |
| Fig milkshake | 300ml | 250-320 | 6g |
| Fig halwa | 100g | 350-400 | 3g |
| Dates (comparison) | 30g (3 pcs) | 85 | 0.6g |
| Almonds (comparison) | 30g (20 pcs) | 175 | 6.3g |
The gap between 2 fresh figs (70 cal) and Fig halwa (350 cal) is significant. Same food category, very different calorie cost. What you choose and how it’s prepared matters more than most people realise.
Anjeer (Fig) vs dates
Anjeer (Fig) at 74 calories is lighter than dates at 282 calories. You save about 208 calories per serving by choosing anjeer (fig). Not a dramatic difference, but it compounds over daily meals.
Dried anjeer (249 cal/100g) and dates (282 cal/100g) are both calorie-dense dried fruits. Dates have more sugar. Anjeer has more fibre and calcium. Both should be eaten in controlled portions: 2-3 pieces, not handfuls.
Is anjeer (fig) good for weight loss?
Anjeer (Fig) at 74 calories is neither particularly light nor particularly heavy. It’s a moderate-calorie Indian food that fits comfortably in most diet plans when portion-controlled.
On a 1,500-calorie diet, one serving of anjeer (fig) takes up about 5% of your daily budget. That leaves room for two other proper meals and a snack or two. Not restrictive at all.
Anjeer (Fig) at 74 calories per serving is a solid choice for weight loss when portion-controlled. Track it, account for it, and it fits in any Indian diet plan.
Find your daily calorie target in 30 seconds. Then every food choice makes sense.
Calculate My Target →
How anjeer (fig) fits in your daily calories
Here’s what including anjeer (fig) looks like at different calorie targets:
1200 cal/day (Aggressive weight loss): Easy fit. Only 6% of your budget. Plenty of room for other meals and snacks.
1500 cal/day (Steady weight loss): Easy fit. Only 5% of your budget. Plenty of room for other meals and snacks.
2000 cal/day (Maintenance): Easy fit. Only 4% of your budget. Plenty of room for other meals and snacks.
Who should (and shouldn’t) eat anjeer (fig) regularly
Good choice for: excellent fibre (dried: 10g/100g), good calcium, natural laxative, iron content. If any of these apply to you, including anjeer (fig) in your weekly rotation makes nutritional sense beyond just calories.
Be careful if: You are on a strict calorie deficit. The issue with anjeer (fig) is dried figs are calorie-dense (249 cal/100g), perception as health food leads to overeating. This does not mean ‘never eat it.’ It means ‘account for it when you do.’
For most people eating a normal Indian diet, anjeer (fig) is neither something to seek out nor something to avoid. It is a regular food that fits when you know the calorie count and plan accordingly.
How to reduce calories when eating anjeer (fig)
3 dried figs max per day. 3 dried figs (30g): 75 cal with 3g fibre. A reasonable snack. 6+ figs: 150+ cal. The fibre benefit plateaus but calories keep climbing.
Soaking doesn’t reduce calories. Soaking dried figs overnight makes them softer and easier to digest. It does not reduce calories. 3 soaked figs = 75 cal, same as dry.
Fresh figs are lighter. Fresh anjeer: 74 cal/100g. Dried: 249 cal/100g. If fresh figs are available (September-November), choose them over dried for 3x fewer calories.
Better than a sweet after meals. 2 dried figs (50 cal) as a post-meal sweet vs 1 gulab jamun (150 cal) or rasgulla (120 cal). Figs provide fibre and iron. Sweets provide only sugar.
Frequently asked questions
Includes anjeer (fig) and all your favourite foods. Calorie-counted, portion-controlled, actually enjoyable.
Download Free Plan →
Nutritional values based on IFCT (Indian Food Composition Tables) and USDA databases. Values vary with ingredients, size, and preparation. Informational content, not medical or dietary advice.