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Baked, low-fat kadinbudu kofte; source of protein and fiber, traditional Turkish dish
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte (120 g) has 174 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.6 g of carbs, 15.8 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 120 g
174
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
12.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
15.8g
· 32% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 40% · Fat 28%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 174 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.44 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 384 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 87 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 218 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 180 g | 261 kcal |
| 4 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 348 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 363 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte is a Turkish meatball made with ground meat, rice and onion, baked rather than traditionally fried. A common method mixes cooked and raw ground meat, shapes the mixture into patties, then coats them before cooking.
Rice is a defining ingredient in baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte, not just a side dish mixed into the recipe by chance. Cooked rice gives the meat mixture its characteristic texture and helps make the patties more filling.
Baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte differs from many Turkish meatballs because it includes rice and often combines cooked and raw ground meat. It is also baked, whereas traditional kadinbudu kofte is commonly coated and fried in a pan.
Kadinbudu is the traditional Turkish name for this particular rice-and-meat patty; stories connect the name to its shape. Baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte keeps that familiar mixture and form, while changing the usual frying method to baking.
To keep baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte intact, drain the cooked rice well, mix the ingredients thoroughly, and let the shaped patties rest before baking. Handle them gently and avoid turning them before they have set.
Traditional kadinbudu kofte is usually fried, while baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte is an oven-baked variation. Baking avoids cooking the patties in a pan of hot oil, though the exterior may be less crisp than the fried version.
Baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte is commonly dipped in beaten egg and coated with flour or breadcrumbs before cooking. The coating helps form a browned outer layer; for an oven-baked version, arrange the patties with space around them so they cook evenly.
Serve baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte with a crisp salad, yogurt or cacık for a Turkish-style meal. Rice pilaf is also common, but because the patties already contain rice, vegetables make a lighter accompaniment.
Yes, you can prepare and shape baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte ahead, then cover and refrigerate the uncooked patties until you are ready to bake them. Keep the raw meat mixture chilled rather than leaving it at room temperature.
Yes, baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte can be frozen after cooking. Cool the patties, pack them in a freezer-safe container, and thaw them safely before reheating; make sure they are hot all the way through before serving.
Vitamins
B12
0.84µg · 35% DV
B3
2.52mg · 16% DV
B5
0.72mg · 14% DV
B6
0.23mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Sodium
384mg · 17% DV
Zinc
1.8mg · 16% DV
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Baked low-fat kadinbudu kofte is a lighter, oven-cooked take on a traditional Turkish köfte. The mixture combines minced meat with cooked rice and onion; the shaped patties are commonly coated in egg and flour before cooking. Baking with little added oil keeps them tender inside, with a lightly browned outside.
In Turkey, kadinbudu kofte is served as a main dish, often with salad, yoghurt or vegetables; it also fits easily into a home-cooked meal abroad. It provides protein, while the rice makes the patties more substantial. For a lighter plate, pair them with a fresh salad rather than fried sides.
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 3
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
1.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.