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Protein-rich minced beef and vegetable skillet/baked dish
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Arab tava with ground beef (250 g) has 420 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.5 g of carbs, 26 g of protein, 27.8 g of fat and 3.5 g of fiber. Its 3.4 µg of B12 covers 141% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
420
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
14.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
26g
· 52% DV
Fat
27.8g
· 36% DV
Fiber
3.5g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 25% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 420 kcal | |
| Total fat | 27.8 g | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 9.75 g | 49% |
| Trans fat | 0.8 g | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% |
| Protein | 26 g | 52% |
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 serving (medium) | 250 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 20 g | 34 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 220 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 300 g | 504 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 588 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 440 g | 739 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Arab tava with ground beef is a baked or skillet-style dish of minced beef cooked with chopped vegetables and seasonings. Recipes often include tomatoes, peppers, and onions, with potatoes in some versions; it is served as a main course.
To make Arab tava with ground beef, combine the beef with chopped vegetables and seasonings, spread the mixture in a baking dish, and cook until the beef is fully done and the vegetables are tender. Cutting the vegetables evenly helps them cook at the same pace.
Tomatoes, peppers, and onions are common vegetables in Arab tava with ground beef. Some cooks add potatoes or garlic, too. The exact mix varies by household, so choose vegetables that will soften in the oven without overwhelming the beef.
Arab tava with ground beef is associated with Turkish home cooking, particularly dishes linked to Hatay and nearby areas, while its name points to Arab culinary influence. There is no single fixed recipe, and both ingredients and preparation vary across families.
Serve Arab tava with ground beef with rice, bulgur, flatbread, or a crisp salad. Yogurt or cacık also makes a refreshing accompaniment, especially when the dish is seasoned with hot pepper.
Yes, Arab tava with ground beef can be cooked in a covered skillet if you do not have an oven. Keep the heat moderate and stir occasionally so the vegetables soften and the beef cooks through without sticking to the pan.
Arab tava with ground beef can turn watery when the vegetables release more liquid than the dish can evaporate. Avoid overcrowding the pan, and cook it uncovered near the end so excess moisture can escape.
Yes, Arab tava with ground beef works well without potatoes; tomatoes, peppers, and onions provide plenty of flavor. Leaving them out also keeps the dish closer to versions that focus on minced beef and other vegetables.
Leftover Arab tava with ground beef keeps for a few days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly, then reheat only the portion you plan to eat until it is hot throughout.
Yes, you can freeze Arab tava with ground beef in airtight, meal-sized portions. The beef and sauce freeze well, but potatoes may become soft or grainy after thawing; defrost it in the refrigerator before reheating.
Vitamins
B12
3.38µg · 141% DV
B3
7.75mg · 48% DV
B6
0.55mg · 32% DV
Vitamin C
23.5mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Zinc
6mg · 55% DV
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
295mg · 42% DV
Sodium
600mg · 26% DV
Potassium ⭐
713mg · 21% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 420 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Arab tava with ground beef is a tray-baked dish made by cooking minced beef with vegetables such as tomatoes, peppers and onions; some versions also include potatoes. It is associated with Arab-influenced cooking in southern Turkey and the wider Levant, with recipes varying from home to home. The ingredients cook together, letting the meat juices, vegetables and seasonings mingle.
The result is savoury and warmly spiced, with tender vegetables and browned edges. Serve it hot as a main, often with rice or bread and a fresh salad; yoghurt makes a cooling accompaniment. Ground beef makes it a protein-rich meal, while vegetables add fibre. For a lighter version, choose lean mince and use more vegetables; a simple salad alongside keeps the plate fresh.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
9.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
11.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.