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Small, irregular chunks of opaque ivory-white lamb tail fat sit together on a plate, with smooth, slightly glossy surfaces and soft edges.
●Low GI

Adana kebab fat Calories

Lamb tail fat used for the rich, juicy character of Adana kebab

CALORIES · 100 G

902kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

5mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Adana kebab fat (14 g) has 126 calories. That works out to 902 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Adana kebab fat Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g

126

KCAL / 14G

Carbs

0g

· 0% DV

Protein

0g

· 0% DV

Fat

14g

· 18% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%

Adana kebab fat nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories126 kcal
Total fat14 g18%
Saturated fat6.37 g32%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium0.28 mg0%
Total carbohydrate0 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0 g0%

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 Tablespoon of Adana kebab fat?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)14 g126 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g45 kcal
1 piece (small)25 g226 kcal
2 tablespoon (double)28 g253 kcal
1 ounce (medium)28 g253 kcal
1 piece (medium)50 g451 kcal
1 serving (large)75 g677 kcal
100 g100 g902 kcal
1 serving (extra large)100 g902 kcal

Calculated from 902 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Adana kebab fat

What is Adana kebab fat?

Adana kebab fat is lamb tail fat traditionally mixed into the minced meat for Adana kebab. It adds richness and moisture during grilling; it is an ingredient in the kebab, not a separate sauce.

Why is Adana kebab fat added to the meat?

Adana kebab fat provides the characteristic rich flavor and helps keep the meat juicy as it grills. It is usually chopped or minced and distributed through the meat rather than added as a large piece.

Is Adana kebab fat the same as lamb tail fat?

Yes, Adana kebab fat generally refers to lamb tail fat used in Adana kebab. Tail fat has a distinctive flavor and texture, so it may not taste exactly like fat trimmed from other parts of the lamb.

Can you use Adana kebab fat for cooking other dishes?

Yes, you can use Adana kebab fat to enrich other minced-meat dishes or to add lamb flavor while cooking. Its distinctive taste can dominate mild ingredients, so start with a small amount when adapting another recipe.

Can Adana kebab fat be rendered before adding it to kebab?

It is usually added to Adana kebab as finely chopped or minced solid fat, rather than rendered and poured in. Keeping it cold makes it easier to cut and mix evenly through the meat.

What can I use instead of Adana kebab fat?

Other lamb fat can replace Adana kebab fat, though the flavor and texture may differ. If you leave it out, the kebab may be less rich and can turn out drier; avoid assuming another fat gives the same traditional result.

Where can I buy Adana kebab fat?

A butcher who sells lamb is the best place to ask for Adana kebab fat, specifying lamb tail fat. It may not be stocked separately everywhere, so asking a butcher to set some aside can be helpful.

Can Adana kebab fat be frozen?

Yes, Adana kebab fat can be frozen. Divide it into portions, wrap them airtight to limit freezer exposure, and thaw only what you need in the refrigerator before chopping or mixing it into the meat.

How should Adana kebab fat be stored?

Keep Adana kebab fat covered in the refrigerator and handle it with clean utensils. If it has been mixed with raw meat, treat it as raw meat and cook the mixture promptly rather than storing it for extended periods.

Does too much Adana kebab fat make kebab greasy?

Yes, too much Adana kebab fat can make the kebab feel greasy and heavy, and it adds substantial fat to the meal. Use enough to season and moisten the meat without letting the fat overwhelm its flavor.

Adana kebab fat Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin D

0.21µg · 1% DV

Vitamin E

0.1mg · 1% DV

Vitamin A

0µg · 0% DV

B1

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Copper

0mg · 0% DV

Zinc

0.01mg · 0% DV

Iron

0.01mg · 0% DV

Selenium

0.03µg · 0% DV

Potassium ⭐

0.7mg · 0% DV

Sodium

0.28mg · 0% DV

Adana kebab fat Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

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

How to Burn Off Adana kebab fat

To burn the 126 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g):

🚶

31min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

13min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

17min

Cycling

🏊

15min

Swimming

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

What is Adana kebab fat?

Adana kebab fat is lamb tail fat, traditionally used to give Adana kebab its characteristic richness and juicy texture. It is threaded or mixed with minced lamb before cooking over a flame, rather than usually served on its own. The dish comes from Adana in southern Turkey, where the fat is part of the kebab’s distinctive balance of meat and seasoning.

As it cooks, the fat melts into the meat, adding a pronounced lamb flavour and helping keep the kebab succulent. It is commonly served with flatbread and grilled vegetables. Almost all of its energy comes from fat, so a little goes a long way; use a modest amount if you want the kebab to feel less rich.

How Nutritious Is Adana kebab fat?

Nutrient density

Low

8/ 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

Low

0/ 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 Adana kebab fat 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 Adana kebab fat Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

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

Which Diets Is Adana kebab fat Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Adana kebab fat Fat Profile

SATURATED

6.37g

MONOUNSATURATED

5.99g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.63g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 4.8:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (4.8:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.