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Protein-rich baked meatballs
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Baked Kadınbudu Meatballs (120 g) has 245 calories. That works out to 204 calories per 100 g. It contains 11 g of carbs, 20.2 g of protein, 13.7 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of B12 covers 83% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 120 g
245
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
11g
· 4% DV
Protein
20.2g
· 40% DV
Fat
13.7g
· 18% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 18% · Protein 33% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 245 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.7 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.86 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.38 g | |
| Sodium | 474 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% |
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) | 60 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 92 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 204 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 245 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 306 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 170 g | 347 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 180 g | 367 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 225 g | 459 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 240 g | 490 kcal |
Calculated from 204 calories per 100 g.
Baked Kadınbudu Meatballs are a Turkish köfte made with ground meat and cooked rice, shaped into patties and baked. Many recipes coat them in flour and egg before cooking, giving the outside a lightly browned layer.
Cooked rice gives Baked Kadınbudu Meatballs their characteristic tender, slightly soft texture and helps distinguish them from ordinary meatballs. Use rice that has already been cooked; raw rice may stay firm inside the patties.
Kadınbudu köfte is traditionally pan-fried, while Baked Kadınbudu Meatballs are an oven-cooked version. Baking avoids deep-frying and makes it easier to cook a batch at once, though the crust may be less crisp than the fried original.
Yes, leftover cooked rice works well in Baked Kadınbudu Meatballs. Break up any clumps and let cold rice warm slightly before mixing so it distributes evenly through the meat mixture.
To keep Baked Kadınbudu Meatballs moist, avoid overbaking them and use rice that is tender rather than dry. Shape patties evenly so they cook at the same rate, and let them rest briefly after baking before serving.
Baked Kadınbudu Meatballs pair well with rice pilaf, bulgur, roasted potatoes, or a crisp salad. A yogurt-based side such as cacık also complements the browned coating and makes the meal feel more like a Turkish home-cooked spread.
Yes, you can mix the meat and rice ahead and keep the covered mixture refrigerated until you are ready to shape the patties. Add the egg-and-flour coating just before baking so it does not become soggy.
Yes, freeze the shaped, uncoated patties in a single layer until firm, then transfer them to a sealed container. Thaw them in the refrigerator before adding the coating and baking so they cook evenly.
Yes, ground turkey can replace the beef or lamb in Baked Kadınbudu Meatballs. Turkey is leaner, so take care not to overbake the patties; a little oil in the mixture can help keep them tender.
Reheat Baked Kadınbudu Meatballs covered in the oven or gently in a skillet to help them stay moist. A microwave also works for a quick serving; turn the patties partway through so they warm evenly.
Vitamins
B12
1.98µg · 83% DV
B3
5.52mg · 35% DV
B6
0.38mg · 22% DV
Biotin
6.12µg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
23µg · 42% DV
Zinc
4.62mg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
199mg · 28% DV
Sodium
474mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
289mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Baked Kadınbudu Meatballs are an oven-cooked take on a classic Turkish köfte. The mixture combines minced meat with rice, onion and often parsley; the shaped patties are traditionally coated in egg and flour before cooking. While the familiar version is fried, baking offers a convenient way to make them with less added oil.
They have a tender, hearty centre and a lightly browned outside. In Turkey, they’re served as a main dish with salad, yoghurt or rice; they also work well for a home-cooked meal elsewhere. They provide substantial protein, with rice contributing carbohydrates. Pair them with a generous green salad for a lighter plate.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.86g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.09g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.