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High in protein and vitamin B12
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Beef kulbasti with zucchini puree (220 g) has 418 calories. That works out to 190 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.7 g of carbs, 46.6 g of protein, 21.6 g of fat and 2.4 g of fiber. Its 3.6 µg of B12 covers 151% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 220 g
418
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
9.7g
· 4% DV
Protein
46.6g
· 93% DV
Fat
21.6g
· 28% DV
Fiber
2.4g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 44% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 418 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.6 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 9.02 g | 45% |
| Trans fat | 0.62 g | |
| Sodium | 517 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.7 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% |
| Protein | 46.6 g | 93% |
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) | 220 g | 418 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 171 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 190 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 266 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 150 g | 285 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 342 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 570 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 350 g | 665 kcal |
Calculated from 190 calories per 100 g.
Beef kulbasti with zucchini puree is a Turkish-style dish of thin, quickly cooked beef served over a soft zucchini-based beğendi. The zucchini topping is a variation on the better-known eggplant beğendi, pairing a mild vegetable puree with savory meat.
To make beef kulbasti with zucchini puree, cook and mash the zucchini into a smooth beğendi, then sear thin beef slices in a hot pan or on a grill. Serve the beef over the puree soon after cooking so the meat stays warm and tender.
A tender cut that can be sliced thinly works best for beef kulbasti with zucchini puree. Tenderloin or strip loin are suitable choices; thin, even slices cook quickly and help prevent the beef from becoming tough.
The beef in beef kulbasti with zucchini puree is often tough because it was cut too thick or cooked for too long. Slice it evenly, heat the pan well before adding the meat, and cook the slices briefly rather than simmering them.
The zucchini beğendi for beef kulbasti with zucchini puree is made by cooking zucchini until soft and mashing it into a smooth base. Recipes vary, but a milk-based sauce may be mixed in for a creamy texture; draining excess liquid helps keep the puree from becoming watery.
Beef kulbasti with zucchini puree uses zucchini in the beğendi instead of eggplant. The zucchini version has a milder, softer vegetable flavor, while eggplant beğendi is known for the deeper, smoky taste of roasted eggplant.
Serve beef kulbasti with zucchini puree with a crisp salad, grilled vegetables, or a light soup. Since the dish already includes a soft vegetable puree, simple sides balance it better than another rich or creamy accompaniment.
Yes, you can make beef kulbasti with zucchini puree in the oven, but thin beef slices are usually easier to cook quickly in a hot pan or on a grill. Prepare the puree separately and combine the components just before serving.
Store leftover beef kulbasti with zucchini puree in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within 3–4 days. Keeping the beef and zucchini puree in separate containers helps preserve their textures when reheating.
Yes, beef kulbasti with zucchini puree can be frozen, preferably with the cooked beef and puree packed separately in airtight containers. Zucchini puree may release water after thawing, so stir it well while reheating to bring the texture back together.
Vitamins
B12
3.63µg · 151% DV
B3
11.22mg · 70% DV
B6
0.68mg · 40% DV
B2
0.42mg · 32% DV
Minerals
Zinc
9.13mg · 83% DV
Selenium
45µg · 82% DV
Phosphorus
418mg · 60% DV
Iron
4.95mg · 28% DV
Potassium ⭐
814mg · 24% DV
Sodium
517mg · 22% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Beef kulbasti with zucchini puree brings together thin, tender cuts of beef, grilled or pan-cooked, and a smooth puree made with zucchini. It is a Turkish take on beğendi: the better-known version uses eggplant, while this one gives the vegetable puree a milder flavour.
Served hot as a main course, it pairs well with a fresh salad or a modest portion of rice. The beef makes it a protein-rich dish and a source of vitamin B12, while the zucchini keeps the plate vegetable-forward. For a lighter meal, keep the puree’s added fat modest and add extra salad rather than a rich side.
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.
Contains these 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
9.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.57g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.01g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.