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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Buckwheat kadınbudu meatball (120 g) has 286 calories. That works out to 238 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.5 g of carbs, 20.6 g of protein, 16.2 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 1.6 µg of B12 covers 68% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 120 g
286
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
14.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
20.6g
· 41% DV
Fat
16.2g
· 21% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 29% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 286 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.2 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 516 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.5 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 20.6 g | 41% |
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 piece (medium) | 55 g | 131 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 30 g | 71 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 75 g | 179 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 238 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 110 g | 262 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 120 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 428 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 220 g | 524 kcal |
Calculated from 238 calories per 100 g.
A buckwheat kadınbudu meatball is a Turkish-style meatball made with minced meat and cooked buckwheat, shaped into an oval, coated, and fried. It adapts the familiar kadınbudu preparation by using buckwheat in place of, or alongside, rice.
“Kadınbudu” is the traditional Turkish name for this oval-shaped meatball, often translated literally as “woman’s thigh.” The name refers to its shape; adding buckwheat changes the recipe, not the meaning of the dish’s name.
Cook and cool the buckwheat, then mix it with minced meat, onion, egg, and seasonings. Shape the mixture into ovals, coat them, and fry until browned and cooked through. Cooling the buckwheat first makes the mixture easier to handle.
It can, but it does not have to. Some recipes use buckwheat instead of the rice found in many classic kadınbudu meatballs, while others combine the two; using cooked grains helps keep the meat mixture from becoming too wet.
Drain the cooked buckwheat well and chill the shaped meatballs before frying. A firm coating of flour followed by beaten egg also helps hold the outside together; turn the meatballs gently rather than moving them repeatedly in the pan.
Yes, buckwheat kadınbudu meatballs can be cooked in an air fryer. Arrange them in a single layer, lightly brush or spray the coating with oil, and turn them partway through so they brown evenly; the result may be less crisp than deep-frying.
Yes, bake buckwheat kadınbudu meatballs on a lined tray with a light coating of oil. Baking uses less added oil than pan-frying, but the coating usually turns out less crisp, so leave space between the meatballs for better browning.
Serve buckwheat kadınbudu meatballs with a crisp salad, yogurt or cacık, and roasted vegetables. These fresh, tangy sides complement the savory fried coating without competing with the buckwheat’s mild, nutty flavor.
Cooked buckwheat kadınbudu meatballs keep for about 3 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate them promptly after the meal, and reheat until hot throughout before serving.
Yes, cooked buckwheat kadınbudu meatballs freeze well. Let them cool, freeze them in a single layer first, then transfer them to a sealed freezer container; thaw in the refrigerator before reheating to help preserve their texture.
Vitamins
B12
1.62µg · 68% DV
B3
5.64mg · 35% DV
Biotin
8.52µg · 28% DV
B6
0.37mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
29µg · 53% DV
Zinc
4.02mg · 37% DV
Phosphorus
228mg · 33% DV
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Sodium
516mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
348mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Buckwheat kadınbudu meatball is a Turkish take on kadınbudu köfte, a home-style dish made with minced meat and a grain mixed into the meat mixture. Here, buckwheat gives the patties their distinct earthy flavour; they are seasoned, shaped, coated in egg and usually pan-fried. The dish brings a familiar Turkish köfte style together with buckwheat rather than being a standalone grain preparation.
The outside turns golden while the centre stays tender and hearty. In Turkey, it is served as a main dish with salad, yoghurt or vegetables, and leftovers are also good cold. It provides protein and iron; the listed protein content is 17.2 g per 100 g. For a lighter meal, bake the patties with less oil and pair them with a generous green salad.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.78g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.06g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.