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●Low GI
💪High Protein

Cooked sausage meat Calories

Source of protein and vitamin B12; high in sodium and saturated fat

CALORIES · 100 G

321kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

275mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Cooked sausage meat (85 g) has 273 calories. That works out to 321 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 13.7 g of protein, 23.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 23 µg of Selenium covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Cooked sausage meat Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 85 g

273

KCAL / 85G

Carbs

1.8g

· 1% DV

Protein

13.7g

· 27% DV

Fat

23.1g

· 30% DV

Fiber

0g

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 20% · Fat 77%

Cooked sausage meat nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (85 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories273 kcal
Total fat23.1 g30%
Saturated fat7.99 g40%
Trans fat0.15 g
Sodium893 mg39%
Total carbohydrate1.8 g1%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein13.7 g27%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Cooked sausage meat?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)85 g273 kcal
1 tablespoon (small)15 g48 kcal
1 ounce (small)28 g90 kcal
2 tablespoon (double)30 g96 kcal
1 serving (small)60 g193 kcal
1 piece (medium)75 g241 kcal
100 g100 g321 kcal
1 serving (large)120 g385 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)150 g482 kcal

Calculated from 321 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cooked sausage meat

What is cooked sausage meat?

Cooked sausage meat is sausage that has been crumbled or chopped and cooked, rather than a raw sausage filling. On this page, it refers to cooked Turkish sucuk, a strongly seasoned sausage often served at breakfast.

How do you cook cooked sausage meat?

Cooked sausage meat is already cooked, so you only need to heat it through. Warm the crumbles in a pan over medium heat; sucuk usually releases enough of its own fat, so you typically do not need to add oil.

Is cooked sausage meat the same as sucuk?

Here, cooked sausage meat means cooked, crumbled Turkish sucuk. Sucuk is a seasoned, cured sausage, so it is not interchangeable with every kind of cooked sausage meat used in other cuisines.

What can you make with cooked sausage meat?

Cooked sausage meat works well in eggs, menemen, börek, pide, toast fillings, and pasta. Its distinctive sucuk spices season the rest of the dish, so taste the mixture before adding extra salt.

Can you eat cooked sausage meat cold?

Yes, cooked sausage meat can be eaten cold if it was refrigerated promptly and kept chilled. It is usually more flavorful and pleasant warm, but it can also be added cold to a sandwich or salad.

How long does cooked sausage meat last in the fridge?

Store cooked sausage meat in a covered container and refrigerate it within two hours of cooking. Use it within three to four days, and discard it if it has been left at room temperature for too long.

Can you freeze cooked sausage meat?

Yes, cooked sausage meat freezes well. Cool it, divide it into meal-sized portions, and seal them in airtight freezer containers or bags. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly before serving.

How do you reheat cooked sausage meat without drying it out?

Reheat cooked sausage meat gently in a pan over low to medium heat, stirring regularly. If it seems dry, add a small splash of water; heat it until it is hot all the way through.

Why does cooked sausage meat release so much grease?

Cooked sausage meat releases grease because sucuk contains fat that melts as it heats. Cook it over medium heat and drain off some of the rendered fat if you prefer a less oily filling.

Do you need to add salt to cooked sausage meat?

Usually not at first: sucuk is already seasoned and can make cooked sausage meat quite salty. Taste the dish after adding it, especially when mixing it with eggs, vegetables, or dough, before seasoning further.

Cooked sausage meat Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.98µg · 41% DV

B1

0.41mg · 34% DV

B3

3.66mg · 23% DV

B6

0.25mg · 15% DV

Minerals

Selenium

23µg · 42% DV

Sodium

893mg · 39% DV

Phosphorus

145mg · 21% DV

Zinc

1.91mg · 17% DV

Potassium ⭐

234mg · 7% DV

Cooked sausage meat Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Cooked sausage meat

To burn the 273 calories in 1 serving (medium) (85 g):

🚶

68min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

28min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

37min

Cycling

🏊

32min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Cooked sausage meat?

Cooked sausage meat here means sucuk crumbled into small pieces and cooked in a pan. Sucuk is a Turkish sausage seasoned with garlic and spices, commonly made with beef; once cooked, it has a savoury, robust flavour and a pleasantly tender, sometimes crisp-edged texture.

In Turkey, it is often served at breakfast with eggs and bread, or used as a filling for pide and pastries. Elsewhere, it works well in a breakfast sandwich or as a small, flavourful addition to beans and vegetables. It provides protein and vitamin B12, but is high in saturated fat and sodium, so a modest portion with fresh vegetables makes a more balanced meal.

How Nutritious Is Cooked sausage meat?

Nutrient density

Medium

43/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

32/ 100

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.

Is Cooked sausage meat Processed?

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.

Does Cooked sausage meat Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Cooked sausage meat Good For?

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

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Cooked sausage meat Fat Profile

SATURATED

7.99g

MONOUNSATURATED

10.63g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.3g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 20.4:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (20.4:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.