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Traditional bread-and-meat-stew dish providing protein, iron, and energy
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Bread with meat stew (250 g) has 455 calories. That works out to 182 calories per 100 g. It contains 46 g of carbs, 22.8 g of protein, 19 g of fat and 3.5 g of fiber. Its 1.8 µg of B12 covers 73% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
455
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
46g
· 17% DV
Protein
22.8g
· 46% DV
Fat
19g
· 24% DV
Fiber
3.5g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 41% · Protein 20% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 455 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 6 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 775 mg | 34% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% |
| Protein | 22.8 g | 46% |
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 | 455 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 35 g | 64 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 70 g | 127 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 328 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 637 kcal |
Calculated from 182 calories per 100 g.
Bread with meat stew is a hearty dish combining pieces of bread with a savory meat mixture or stew. The bread absorbs the juices, so it is usually served as a filling main meal rather than as a sandwich.
Bread with meat stew is made by preparing a cooked meat mixture and serving it with bread cut into bite-sized pieces. Add the bread near serving time so it absorbs some of the juices without turning completely mushy.
Not necessarily. Turkish etli ekmek is typically a thin, elongated baked dough topped with minced meat, while Bread with meat stew describes bread served with a stew-like meat mixture. The names may overlap in translation, but the preparations are different.
A sturdy, crusty loaf or flatbread works best for Bread with meat stew because it can soak up the juices without immediately falling apart. Very soft sandwich bread tends to become soggy quickly.
Bread with meat stew is served warm, with the bread either placed underneath the meat or cut up and mixed into the stew. A fresh salad or plain yogurt can balance the rich, savory meat.
Yes, slightly stale bread works well in Bread with meat stew because it holds its shape as it absorbs the sauce. Cut it into pieces and add it just before serving; avoid bread that is moldy or smells off.
Yes, you can prepare the meat stew ahead, but keep the bread separate until serving. Mixing them too early makes the bread soggy, while storing the components separately preserves a better texture.
Leftover Bread with meat stew can generally be refrigerated in a covered container for three to four days. Chill it promptly, and expect the bread to soften as it sits in the meat juices.
You can freeze the meat stew, but the bread may become soft and crumbly after thawing. For better texture, freeze the stew on its own and add fresh bread when you reheat and serve it.
Yes, Bread with meat stew is filling because it combines bread with a substantial meat-based topping or stew. Serve a moderate portion with vegetables or salad if you want a meal with more variety in texture.
Vitamins
B12
1.75µg · 73% DV
B3
6.5mg · 41% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
30µg · 55% DV
Zinc
4.25mg · 39% DV
Phosphorus
270mg · 39% DV
Sodium
775mg · 34% DV
Potassium ⭐
463mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 455 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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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.
Known in Turkish as etli ekmek doğranması, bread with meat stew is a hearty preparation in which bread is cut into pieces and served with a savoury meat stew or its juices. The bread softens as it absorbs the broth, bringing a tender, rich bite alongside the seasoned meat. It is best served warm, and makes practical use of bread that might otherwise go stale. The combination provides protein from the meat and much of its energy from the bread. For a lighter, more balanced plate, pair it with a crisp salad or plain yoghurt and adjust the bread portion to suit your appetite.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
6g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.