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Beef Çökertme Kebab Calories
Traditional Turkish dish with beef strips, yogurt, and crispy shoestring potatoes
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Beef Çökertme Kebab (300 g) has 546 calories. That works out to 182 calories per 100 g. It contains 33.6 g of carbs, 31.2 g of protein, 31.8 g of fat and 3.3 g of fiber. Its 2.6 µg of B12 covers 108% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 54 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Beef Çökertme Kebab Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 300 g
546
KCAL / 300G
Carbs
33.6g
· 12% DV
Protein
31.2g
· 62% DV
Fat
31.8g
· 41% DV
Fiber
3.3g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 25% · Protein 23% · Fat 52%
Beef Çökertme Kebab nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (300 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 546 kcal | |
| Total fat | 31.8 g | 41% |
| Saturated fat | 10.5 g | 53% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 744 mg | 32% |
| Total carbohydrate | 33.6 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% |
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Beef Çökertme Kebab?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 300 g | 546 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 51 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 164 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 220 g | 400 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 437 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 582 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 420 g | 764 kcal |
Calculated from 182 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beef Çökertme Kebab
What is Beef Çökertme Kebab?
Beef Çökertme Kebab is a Turkish dish of thin beef strips served over crisp shoestring potatoes with yogurt, often topped with tomato sauce. It is especially associated with the Bodrum area of Muğla, and its layered presentation distinguishes it from many other kebabs.
How do you make Beef Çökertme Kebab at home?
To make Beef Çökertme Kebab, fry or bake thin shoestring potatoes, cook thin strips of beef quickly in a hot pan, and serve them over garlic yogurt. Add tomato sauce if you like, assembling the dish just before serving so the potatoes stay crisp.
What cut of beef is best for Beef Çökertme Kebab?
Tender, lean cuts such as sirloin or tenderloin work well for Beef Çökertme Kebab because they cook quickly in thin strips. Slice across the grain and avoid crowding the pan; otherwise the beef can steam, release moisture, and become less browned.
How do you keep the potatoes crispy in Beef Çökertme Kebab?
For crisp potatoes in Beef Çökertme Kebab, cut them thinly, rinse off excess starch, and dry them thoroughly before frying. Add the yogurt and sauces only when you are ready to serve, since moisture quickly softens the shoestring potatoes.
Is Beef Çökertme Kebab from Bodrum?
Yes, Beef Çökertme Kebab is closely associated with Bodrum in Turkey’s Muğla province. The dish is often linked to the nearby settlement of Çökertme, although restaurants and home cooks now prepare their own variations throughout Turkey.
Does Beef Çökertme Kebab have yogurt?
Yes, yogurt is a defining part of the usual Beef Çökertme Kebab presentation. It is commonly garlic-flavored and spread beneath the crisp potatoes, with beef and sometimes tomato sauce layered on top; serve promptly to keep the potatoes from turning soggy.
What is the difference between Beef Çökertme Kebab and İskender kebab?
Beef Çökertme Kebab is built around shoestring potatoes and yogurt, while İskender kebab is served over pieces of pide with döner meat and tomato sauce. Both may include yogurt and melted butter, but their bases and meat preparations are different.
Can you make Beef Çökertme Kebab with oven-baked potatoes?
Yes, oven-baked shoestring potatoes work for a home-style Beef Çökertme Kebab. Spread the thinly cut potatoes in a single layer with a little oil, bake until browned, then add the yogurt and freshly cooked beef just before serving.
Can you reheat leftover Beef Çökertme Kebab?
Yes, you can reheat leftover Beef Çökertme Kebab, but the potatoes will lose some crispness if stored with the yogurt and beef. Keep the components separate when possible, reheat the beef thoroughly, and crisp the potatoes again in an oven or pan.
What should you serve with Beef Çökertme Kebab?
A fresh salad or grilled vegetables pair well with Beef Çökertme Kebab and balance its rich, layered toppings. Since the dish already includes potatoes and yogurt, a simple side is usually a better match than another heavy starch.
Beef Çökertme Kebab Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
2.58µg · 108% DV
B3
8.1mg · 51% DV
B6
0.57mg · 34% DV
B2
0.33mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Zinc
6.15mg · 56% DV
Selenium
29µg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
354mg · 51% DV
Sodium
744mg · 32% DV
Potassium ⭐
765mg · 23% DV
Beef Çökertme Kebab Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Beef Çökertme Kebab
To burn the 546 calories in 1 serving (medium) (300 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Beef Çökertme Kebab?
Beef Çökertme Kebab is a dish associated with Bodrum and the wider Aegean region of Turkey. Thin strips of beef are cooked and served over crisp shoestring potatoes, then finished with cool yoghurt and often a buttery tomato sauce. The contrast is part of its appeal: tender, savoury meat and crunchy potatoes meet a tangy, creamy topping.
In Turkey it is usually served hot as a substantial main course, sometimes with salad or pickles alongside. It provides protein, while the potatoes and sauce make the plate filling and rich in character. For a lighter version, use a smaller layer of potatoes, keep the yoghurt plain, and add a fresh salad. It works well as a shared family meal or as a hearty choice at a Turkish restaurant.
How Nutritious Is Beef Çökertme Kebab?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Beef Çökertme Kebab Processed?
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.
Does Beef Çökertme Kebab Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Beef Çökertme Kebab Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Beef Çökertme Kebab Fat Profile
SATURATED
10.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
12.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.85g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.6:1).
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