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Traditional stew combining fiber-rich artichoke with protein-rich lamb
In season: Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Artichoke stew with lamb (250 g) has 280 calories. That works out to 112 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.5 g of carbs, 20.3 g of protein, 15.3 g of fat and 5.8 g of fiber. Its 1.8 µg of B12 covers 75% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 28 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
280
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
13.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
20.3g
· 41% DV
Fat
15.3g
· 20% DV
Fiber
5.8g
· 21% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 30% · Fat 50%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.3 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.25 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% |
| Protein | 20.3 g | 41% |
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 | 280 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 18 g | 20 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (small) | 72 g | 81 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 160 g | 179 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 269 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 320 g | 358 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 392 kcal |
Calculated from 112 calories per 100 g.
Artichoke stew with lamb is a one-pot dish of lamb cooked with artichokes until both are tender. Recipes often include onion, lemon and olive oil; peas, herbs or other vegetables are optional additions rather than defining ingredients.
Brown the lamb with onion, then cook it until nearly tender before adding the artichokes and cooking liquid. Simmer gently until the artichokes are soft but still hold their shape, and finish with lemon for a bright flavor.
Put trimmed artichokes straight into water with lemon juice while you prepare the rest. Cut artichokes darken when exposed to air, so keeping them submerged until they go into the pot helps preserve their color.
Lamb shoulder is a good choice for artichoke stew with lamb because it becomes tender during slow cooking and adds flavor to the broth. Leaner cuts can work too, but cook them gently and avoid leaving them on the heat longer than needed.
Yes, frozen artichokes work well in artichoke stew with lamb and save the effort of trimming fresh ones. Add them later in cooking because they may soften faster than fresh artichokes, and follow the package directions if they need thawing first.
Yes, canned artichokes can be used in artichoke stew with lamb, but they are already cooked and may be softer than fresh ones. Drain them and stir them in near the end so they warm through without breaking apart.
Serve artichoke stew with lamb alongside rice, crusty bread or a simple salad. These pairings complement the savory lamb and lemony artichokes; a plain grain is especially useful for soaking up the cooking juices.
Refrigerate leftover artichoke stew with lamb in a covered container once it has cooled, rather than leaving it out for an extended time. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and discard it if its smell or appearance has changed.
Yes, artichoke stew with lamb can be frozen in airtight portions after cooling. The lamb usually reheats well, but the artichokes may become softer or break up after thawing. Thaw it safely and heat it thoroughly before serving.
Yes, a pressure cooker can shorten the lamb-cooking stage of artichoke stew with lamb. Cook the lamb first, then add the artichokes for a shorter second stage; pressure-cooking everything together can leave the artichokes mushy.
Vitamins
B12
1.8µg · 75% DV
Vitamin K
45µg · 38% DV
B3
5.5mg · 34% DV
Folate
105µg · 26% DV
Minerals
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Zinc
3.88mg · 35% DV
Phosphorus
240mg · 34% DV
Copper
0.28mg · 31% DV
Sodium
525mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
620mg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Artichoke stew with lamb is a home-style Turkish dish in which pieces of lamb are simmered with artichoke, often with onion and lemon. Recipes vary by household and season, but the combination brings together a familiar spring vegetable and tender meat in a warming pot-cooked meal.
The artichoke becomes soft and gently sweet, while lamb gives the broth a richer, savoury flavour. It is usually served hot as a main course, often with rice or bread to catch the juices. Artichoke contributes fibre and lamb makes the dish a source of protein. For a lighter plate, pair it with a crisp salad rather than an extra serving of rice.
High
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
5.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.