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Traditional Anatolian meat dish
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Bezdirme (250 g) has 420 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.8 g of carbs, 28 g of protein, 27.8 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 3 µg of B12 covers 125% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
420
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
12.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
28g
· 56% DV
Fat
27.8g
· 36% 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 12% · Protein 27% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 420 kcal | |
| Total fat | 27.8 g | 36% |
| Saturated fat | 10.25 g | 51% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 600 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.8 g | 5% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 20 g | 34 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 150 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 300 g | 504 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 588 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Bezdirme is a traditional Anatolian meat dish, usually prepared as shaped portions of seasoned meat and cooked. Recipes vary by region, so the exact ingredients and shape may differ from one version to another.
Meat is the defining ingredient in Bezdirme. Depending on the regional recipe, the mixture may also include onion, spices, and a binder such as bulgur or flour; there is no single fixed ingredient list.
Bezdirme is made by mixing and seasoning the meat, shaping it into portions, and cooking them. The precise method varies, but keeping the portions evenly sized helps them cook through without drying out.
Bezdirme resembles köfte, but it refers to a regional dish with its own local recipes and preparation styles. Ingredients and shaping can differ, so Bezdirme is not simply interchangeable with every Turkish köfte.
Bezdirme belongs to Anatolian food traditions. Its recipe can vary locally, so it is better understood as a regional-style meat dish than as a preparation with one universally agreed city of origin.
Bezdirme tastes savory and meat-forward, with its seasoning shaped by the local recipe. Onion and spices may add depth, while any grain or flour in the mixture can affect its texture.
Bezdirme can be cooked in a pan or on a grill, depending on the recipe and local method. Use evenly shaped portions and cook them thoroughly; very thick pieces are more likely to brown before the center is done.
Bezdirme is usually served hot with accompaniments such as rice or bulgur pilaf, salad, yogurt, or bread. A fresh salad or vegetables make a useful contrast to its savory meat flavor.
Yes, you can shape the Bezdirme mixture ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until cooking. Keep raw meat separate from ready-to-eat foods, and cook the portions thoroughly before serving.
Yes, cooked Bezdirme can be frozen once cooled. Pack it airtight, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat it until hot throughout; repeated thawing and refreezing can harm both texture and food safety.
Vitamins
B12
3µg · 125% DV
B3
8.5mg · 53% DV
B6
0.6mg · 35% DV
Biotin
7.5µg · 25% DV
Minerals
Zinc
6mg · 55% DV
Selenium
28µg · 51% DV
Phosphorus
320mg · 46% DV
Sodium
600mg · 26% DV
Potassium ⭐
638mg · 19% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Bezdirme is a traditional Anatolian meat dish, commonly made by kneading minced meat with fine bulgur, onion and seasonings, then shaping the mixture into flattened patties. Recipes and shapes vary by region, and the patties are often cooked on a griddle or in a pan.
It is usually served hot as a main dish, with salad, yoghurt or ayran; bread is also an easy accompaniment. The savoury meat has a lightly grainy texture from the bulgur. Bezdirme provides protein and fat, with some carbohydrates from the bulgur. For a lighter meal, cook it with leaner mince and serve it alongside plenty of salad.
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 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
10.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
12g
POLYUNSATURATED
2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.