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Beef tirit Calories
Traditional dish with bread soaked in broth and beef
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Beef tirit (250 g) has 420 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 32 g of carbs, 28 g of protein, 19 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 2.4 µg of B12 covers 99% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Beef tirit Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
420
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
32g
· 12% DV
Protein
28g
· 56% DV
Fat
19g
· 24% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 31% · Protein 27% · Fat 42%
Beef tirit nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 420 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 6.75 g | 34% |
| Trans fat | 0.45 g | |
| Sodium | 725 mg | 32% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 28 g | 56% |
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 tirit?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 60 g | 101 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 120 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 370 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 538 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 588 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Beef tirit
What is beef tirit?
Beef tirit is a Turkish dish made by layering bread softened with broth and cooked beef. The bread absorbs the meat juices, while regional versions may add yogurt, melted butter, or spices on top.
How do you make beef tirit?
To make beef tirit, cook beef until tender and reserve its broth. Arrange pieces of bread on a plate, moisten them gradually with hot broth, then top with the beef. Serve promptly so the bread softens without turning to mush.
Where does beef tirit come from?
Beef tirit belongs to Turkish home cooking and is made in different forms across Anatolia, rather than having just one universally agreed place of origin. Konya and Kastamonu are among the regions associated with tirit, with local differences in bread and toppings.
What bread is best for beef tirit?
Stale pide, flatbread, or a firm loaf works well for beef tirit because it can absorb broth without immediately falling apart. Tear or slice the bread and add the hot broth gradually to control how soft the base becomes.
Which cut of beef works best for beef tirit?
A cut that becomes tender and easy to shred after slow cooking works best for beef tirit. Chuck or brisket can both suit the dish, and cooking the beef gently in broth gives you flavorful liquid to soften the bread.
What is the difference between beef tirit and Turkish papara?
Beef tirit is built around broth-soaked bread topped with beef. Papara is a broader way of using bread with sauces or dairy, and its recipes vary; even when papara includes meat, beef is not necessarily its defining feature.
What is beef tirit served with?
Beef tirit pairs well with pickles, a fresh salad, or yogurt. These sides add acidity or freshness to a rich, broth-softened bread dish; the exact accompaniment often depends on the regional version and household tradition.
Why does beef tirit turn soggy?
Beef tirit turns soggy when the bread absorbs too much broth or sits for too long before serving. Add hot broth a little at a time and assemble the dish just before eating, leaving the bread moist but still recognizable.
How do you store leftover beef tirit?
Store leftover beef tirit in the refrigerator, ideally keeping the beef and bread separate. The bread continues soaking up broth as it sits, so reheat the beef thoroughly and add fresh hot broth to the bread when serving again.
Can you freeze beef tirit?
You can freeze the cooked beef and broth for beef tirit, but the assembled bread-and-broth dish does not freeze well because the bread becomes very soft when thawed. Freeze the components separately, then assemble with fresh bread after reheating.
Beef tirit Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
2.38µg · 99% DV
B3
7mg · 44% DV
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Zinc
6mg · 55% DV
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Phosphorus
295mg · 42% DV
Sodium
725mg · 32% DV
Potassium ⭐
463mg · 14% DV
Beef tirit Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Beef tirit
To burn the 420 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Beef tirit?
Beef tirit is a traditional Turkish dish made by soaking pieces of bread or flatbread in meat broth and serving them with cooked beef. Recipes vary by region and household; some versions are finished with butter, yoghurt or a sauce.
The bread turns soft and savoury as it absorbs the broth, while the beef gives the dish a hearty, meaty flavour. In Turkey, beef tirit is generally served hot as a main course at lunch or dinner. It provides 11.2 g of protein per 100 g, with bread adding substance and making it filling. For a lighter serving, go easy on added butter and pair it with a crisp salad or fresh vegetables.
How Nutritious Is Beef tirit?
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 tirit Processed?
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.
Does Beef tirit Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Beef tirit Good For?
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
Beef tirit Fat Profile
SATURATED
6.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.9:1).
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