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Traditional Gaziantep spicy lamb soup without rice
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Beyran without rice (250 g) has 213 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.5 g of carbs, 16.3 g of protein, 13.3 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of B12 covers 115% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
213
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
5.5g
· 2% DV
Protein
16.3g
· 33% DV
Fat
13.3g
· 17% 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 11% · Protein 32% · Fat 57%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 213 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.3 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 5.25 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.5 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% |
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 cup (medium) | 250 g | 213 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 298 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 298 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 400 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 500 g | 425 kcal |
Calculated from 85 calories per 100 g.
Beyran without rice is a Gaziantep-style Turkish lamb soup made with rich meat broth, garlic and hot pepper, but with no rice. It keeps the dish’s savory, spicy character while giving the broth a thinner texture than rice-containing versions.
To make beyran without rice, simmer lamb until tender, then shred or portion the meat and return it to the broth with garlic and chili. Some recipes finish the soup with hot fat and pepper. Leaving out rice means there is no grain to cook in the broth.
Beyran without rice is typically made with lamb, lamb broth, garlic and chili or red pepper. Salt and fat may also be used, depending on the cook. The defining difference is that rice is left out, rather than replaced with another grain.
Beyran without rice omits the cooked rice commonly found in regular beyran. As a result, the broth is less thick and the lamb and garlic flavors stand out more. The soup can still be richly seasoned and served in the Gaziantep style.
Yes, beyran without rice can be eaten for breakfast. Beyran is strongly associated with morning meals in Gaziantep, and leaving rice out does not change that local custom. Its hot broth and spicy seasoning make it a substantial start to the day.
Beyran without rice is often spicy because cooks season it with chili or red pepper, but the heat level is not fixed. Ask for less pepper when ordering, or add chili gradually when making it at home so the lamb broth remains balanced.
A cut of lamb suitable for long, slow simmering works well in beyran without rice because it becomes tender and flavors the broth. The exact cut varies by recipe; the key is using lamb and allowing enough time for a rich, savory stock to develop.
Beyran without rice is usually served hot, often with bread and, if desired, extra chili or garlic. Since the soup already has a strong lamb-broth flavor, simple accompaniments work well and let the traditional seasoning remain the focus.
Yes, you can freeze beyran without rice in a sealed, freezer-safe container once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly on the stove, stirring as the fat and broth come back together. Freeze it without fresh garnishes.
Beyran without rice can be a filling soup with protein from lamb, while its fat and salt content depend on the broth and preparation. Its chili seasoning may not suit everyone, so choose a milder serving if spicy foods cause you discomfort.
Vitamins
B12
2.75µg · 115% DV
B5
1.5mg · 30% DV
Vitamin D
5.5µg · 28% DV
B2
0.33mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Zinc
2.75mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
163mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
275mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Beyran without rice is a rice-free version of beyran, the traditional lamb soup associated with Gaziantep in southeastern Turkey. Lamb is simmered until tender in a rich broth, then the soup is seasoned with garlic and chilli; without rice, the meat and spiced broth take centre stage.
In Gaziantep, beyran is famously eaten hot at breakfast, though it also makes a warming, substantial meal at other times. It provides protein, while the lamb and rich broth also make it relatively hearty. For a lighter bowl, skim off some of the fat and serve it with lemon to balance the savoury, spicy flavours.
High
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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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.