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A hearty one-pot dish combining cabbage, minced meat, and basmati rice.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Cabbage Stew with Minced Meat and Basmati Rice (250 g) has 263 calories. That works out to 105 calories per 100 g. It contains 22.5 g of carbs, 16 g of protein, 11.8 g of fat and 4.5 g of fiber. Its 87.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 73% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
263
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
22.5g
· 8% DV
Protein
16g
· 32% DV
Fat
11.8g
· 15% DV
Fiber
4.5g
· 16% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 25% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 263 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.8 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.13 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 475 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 22.5 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% |
| Protein | 16 g | 32% |
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 | 263 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 189 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 231 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 280 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 368 kcal |
Calculated from 105 calories per 100 g.
Brown the minced meat with onion, then add chopped cabbage, seasoning, and enough liquid to simmer. Once the cabbage starts to soften, stir in rinsed basmati rice and cook gently until both the rice and cabbage are tender.
Yes, long-grain white rice can replace basmati in Cabbage Stew with Minced Meat and Basmati Rice. Other varieties may need a different amount of liquid or cooking time, so follow the rice’s usual cooking needs and check the pot as it simmers.
Add the basmati after the cabbage has begun to soften, rather than at the start. Keep the stew at a gentle simmer and avoid stirring it repeatedly; vigorous stirring can break the rice grains and make the dish turn mushy.
Yes, red cabbage works, but it changes the dish’s appearance and gives it a more pronounced cabbage flavor. Green or white cabbage is more commonly used and produces the familiar soft texture and color of this stew.
Yes, browning the minced meat before adding the cabbage gives Cabbage Stew with Minced Meat and Basmati Rice a deeper savory flavor. Break the meat into small pieces as it cooks, then add the remaining ingredients to the same pot.
Black pepper, paprika, and cumin pair well with the cabbage, minced meat, and basmati rice. A little tomato paste is also common in home-style versions; season gradually so the spices complement rather than overpower the cabbage.
Cabbage Stew with Minced Meat and Basmati Rice can be served as a complete one-pot meal. Plain yogurt or a crisp green salad makes a fresh side, while bread is optional because the stew already contains rice.
Yes, you can cook Cabbage Stew with Minced Meat and Basmati Rice ahead and refrigerate it in a covered container. The rice will absorb more liquid as it rests, so stir in a splash of water when reheating if the stew seems thick.
Leftover Cabbage Stew with Minced Meat and Basmati Rice keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored in a covered container. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, freeze Cabbage Stew with Minced Meat and Basmati Rice in airtight, meal-sized containers. The cabbage and basmati may soften after thawing, but the stew is still suitable to reheat; warm it thoroughly before serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
87.5µg · 73% DV
B12
1.38µg · 57% DV
Vitamin C
35mg · 39% DV
B3
3.13mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Phosphorus
220mg · 31% DV
Zinc
2.63mg · 24% DV
Manganese
0.48mg · 21% DV
Sodium
475mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
513mg · 15% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cabbage Stew with Minced Meat and Basmati Rice is a hearty, home-style dish in which cabbage, minced meat and basmati rice cook together in one pot. It fits naturally into Turkish home cooking, where cabbage is often simmered into a warming main meal; the rice makes this version especially substantial.
The cabbage turns tender and gently sweet, while the meat gives the stew a savoury depth and the rice soaks up the cooking juices. Serve it hot, perhaps with plain yoghurt or a crisp salad. Its carbohydrates come mainly from the rice, while the meat contributes protein; it provides 6.4 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter serving, use lean mince and keep added oil modest.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.13g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.