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Traditional Turkish lamb kebab from Denizli, oven/roast cooked, high in protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Denizli meat kebab (150 g) has 372 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 37.2 g of protein, 24.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.5 µg of B12 covers 144% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
372
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
1.8g
· 1% DV
Protein
37.2g
· 74% DV
Fat
24.2g
· 31% 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 2% · Protein 40% · Fat 58%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 372 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24.2 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 9.6 g | 48% |
| Trans fat | 0.27 g | |
| Sodium | 117 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 37.2 g | 74% |
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) | 150 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 ounce (thin) | 28 g | 69 kcal |
| ½ serving (half) | 75 g | 186 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 223 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 140 g | 347 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 546 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 280 g | 694 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Denizli meat kebab is a traditional Turkish lamb dish from Denizli, roasted in a wood-fired oven. It is known for the flavor of the lamb and the slow, oven-roasted preparation rather than a ground-meat mixture.
Denizli meat kebab is traditionally made with lamb, not beef. The cut and amount of fat can vary between cooks, but lamb is the defining meat in the regional dish.
Denizli meat kebab is roasted in a wood-fired oven, while döner is cooked on a rotating vertical spit and shaved off in slices. The distinct cooking method gives Denizli kebab a different texture and roasted flavor.
Denizli meat kebab is often served hot with pide or bread, which can soak up the meat juices. Onion and fresh vegetables are common accompaniments; the exact sides vary by restaurant.
Yes, you can make a home-style Denizli meat kebab in a regular oven, though it will not fully reproduce the aroma of a wood-fired stone oven. Slow roasting lamb in a covered dish helps keep it tender.
No, an elaborate marinade is not essential for Denizli meat kebab. Traditional versions highlight the lamb and its roasting, though cooks may season the meat differently or add simple spices.
A wood-fired oven is part of the traditional preparation of Denizli meat kebab. Its steady heat roasts the lamb slowly, while the fire adds a characteristic smoky aroma that a standard oven may not reproduce.
To keep Denizli meat kebab moist at home, roast the lamb covered and avoid prolonged high heat. Letting the meat cook slowly and retaining its juices helps preserve tenderness.
Yes, cooked Denizli meat kebab can be frozen in an airtight container once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; the texture may be a little less juicy than when freshly cooked.
People with diabetes can include Denizli meat kebab in a meal, but pide and bread served alongside it add carbohydrates and can affect blood glucose. Choose sides and portions in line with your individual meal plan.
Vitamins
B12
3.45µg · 144% DV
B3
10.05mg · 63% DV
B2
0.33mg · 25% DV
B5
1.08mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Zinc
6.45mg · 59% DV
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
315mg · 45% DV
Iron
3.3mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
480mg · 14% DV
Sodium
117mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Denizli meat kebab is a specialty of Denizli in southwestern Turkey, traditionally made by slowly roasting lamb in a wood-fired oven. Once tender, the meat is pulled or cut into pieces, with the roasting giving it a savory, richly browned flavour and a tender texture.
In Turkey it is commonly served with pide and simple accompaniments such as onion and tomato, as a substantial lunch or evening meal. It is also enjoyed with ayran. The meat makes it a protein-rich choice, though it is not especially lean. For a lighter plate, keep the bread portion modest and add salad or grilled vegetables.
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.
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
9.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.35g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.35g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.