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Traditional spiced minced-meat meatballs from Antep
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Antep meatballs (35 g) has 87 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 3 g of carbs, 5.9 g of protein, 5.6 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0.7 µg of B12 covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 35 g
87
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
3g
· 1% DV
Protein
5.9g
· 12% DV
Fat
5.6g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 27% · Fat 59%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 87 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.6 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.89 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 147 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 5.9 g | 12% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 35 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 20 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 124 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 105 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 298 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 160 g | 397 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 175 g | 434 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 446 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 620 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Antep meatballs are typically made with minced meat, fine bulgur, onion, garlic, pepper paste and spices. Recipes vary, but bulgur and the characteristic seasoning give them a texture and flavor distinct from plain meat patties.
No. İçli köfte has a bulgur shell filled with seasoned meat, while Antep meatballs are generally mixed and shaped without that stuffed center. The two dishes may share ingredients, but they are prepared differently.
Antep meatballs are commonly grilled after shaping, though pan-cooking is practical at home. Make them a consistent size so they cook evenly, and turn them as needed to brown the outside without drying them out.
Antep meatballs can crumble if the bulgur has not absorbed enough moisture or the mixture has not been kneaded thoroughly. Let the mixture rest after kneading, then shape the meatballs firmly before grilling.
Serve Antep meatballs with a fresh salad, flatbread, and sliced onion, often seasoned with sumac. Grilled peppers or tomatoes also pair well, and ayran is a familiar Turkish accompaniment.
Yes, you can shape Antep meatballs ahead and keep them covered in the refrigerator until cooking. Separate the pieces with baking paper if stacking them, so they keep their shape and do not stick together.
Yes, Antep meatballs can be frozen either raw or cooked. Freeze raw shaped pieces separately on a tray before packing them together; cool cooked meatballs before sealing them in a freezer-safe container.
Refrigerate cooked Antep meatballs in a covered container once they have cooled, and reheat them until hot throughout. Do not eat meatballs that have been left at room temperature for an extended period.
No, Antep meatballs should be cooked through rather than served rare. Minced meat can carry harmful bacteria throughout the mixture, so browning the outside alone does not make the center safe to eat.
Antep meatballs can fit into a diabetes-conscious meal when the portion and sides are considered; the bulgur contributes carbohydrates. Pair them with non-starchy vegetables and account for bread or rice served alongside.
Vitamins
B12
0.66µg · 28% DV
B3
1.61mg · 10% DV
B6
0.12mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.4µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Zinc
1.19mg · 11% DV
Selenium
5.95µg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
65mg · 9% DV
Sodium
147mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
100mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Antep meatballs are seasoned minced-meat patties associated with Gaziantep, in southeastern Turkey. Recipes vary by cook and may include ingredients such as onion, herbs or bulgur alongside the meat. They are shaped into small portions and commonly cooked on a grill or in a pan.
Served hot, they make a satisfying main dish with salad and bread or flatbread; yoghurt and grilled vegetables are also natural accompaniments. Their protein content is notable, though they also provide a fair amount of fat. For a lighter plate, pair a modest portion with plenty of vegetables and avoid adding more cooking oil than needed.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.89g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.34g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.45g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.