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Denizli pit kebab Calories
Slow-cooked lamb kebab prepared in a pit oven
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Denizli pit kebab (150 g) has 387 calories. That works out to 258 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 37.2 g of protein, 26.4 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.
Denizli pit kebab Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
387
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
37.2g
· 74% DV
Fat
26.4g
· 34% 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 0% · Protein 39% · Fat 61%
Denizli pit kebab nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (150 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 387 kcal | |
| Total fat | 26.4 g | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 11.1 g | 55% |
| Trans fat | 0.27 g | |
| Sodium | 117 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Denizli pit kebab?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 387 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 155 kcal |
| 3 ounce (medium) | 85 g | 219 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 232 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 258 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 568 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 300 g | 774 kcal |
Calculated from 258 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Denizli pit kebab
What is Denizli pit kebab?
Denizli pit kebab is a Turkish lamb dish cooked slowly in a deep, well-shaped oven. The meat is suspended inside the heated pit rather than grilled on a skewer, giving it a tender texture and a rich, roasted flavour.
How is Denizli pit kebab cooked in the pit?
Denizli pit kebab is cooked over a wood fire in a covered pit oven. Lamb is hung inside so it cooks slowly in the enclosed heat and its own fat; the traditional technique requires a purpose-built oven and an experienced cook.
Where does Denizli pit kebab come from?
Denizli pit kebab comes from Denizli, a city in southwestern Turkey. Its name refers to the region and the distinctive pit-style oven used to cook the lamb, making the cooking method central to the dish’s identity.
What cut of lamb is used for Denizli pit kebab?
Denizli pit kebab is traditionally made with lamb, often in large bone-in pieces. The exact cuts can vary between cooks and restaurants, but they are chosen to withstand long cooking and become tender in the enclosed pit.
How is Denizli pit kebab different from doner kebab?
Denizli pit kebab is slow-cooked as large pieces of lamb in a pit oven, while doner is stacked meat roasted on a rotating vertical spit and shaved into slices. Their cooking equipment, texture and usual serving style are different.
What does Denizli pit kebab taste like?
Denizli pit kebab tastes deeply roasted and savoury, with the characteristic flavour of slowly cooked lamb. Because it cooks in an enclosed pit, the meat becomes tender rather than developing the crisp, charred surface typical of fast grilling.
Can you make Denizli pit kebab at home without a pit oven?
Yes, you can make a home-style version of Denizli pit kebab in a covered oven dish. Cook lamb slowly at a low temperature until tender, but note that a household oven cannot fully reproduce the heat and hanging method of a traditional pit.
What is usually served with Denizli pit kebab?
Denizli pit kebab is commonly served hot with bread or pide, and may come with onion, salad or rice. The accompaniments vary by restaurant, so there is no single fixed side dish that defines the kebab.
How should you store leftover Denizli pit kebab?
Store leftover Denizli pit kebab in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled, rather than leaving it out for hours. Reheat it covered with a splash of water or its juices to help keep the lamb moist.
Is Denizli pit kebab the same as Turkish tandır kebab?
No, Denizli pit kebab is identified with cooking lamb suspended in a well-shaped pit oven, while tandır kebab refers to meat cooked in a tandır oven. Both can be slow-cooked lamb dishes, but their traditional ovens and regional styles differ.
Denizli pit kebab Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
3.45µg · 144% DV
B3
10.2mg · 64% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
B5
1.17mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Zinc
6.3mg · 57% DV
Selenium
28µg · 51% DV
Phosphorus
308mg · 44% DV
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Potassium ⭐
480mg · 14% DV
Sodium
117mg · 5% DV
Denizli pit kebab Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Denizli pit kebab
To burn the 387 calories in 1 serving (medium) (150 g):
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What is Denizli pit kebab?
Denizli pit kebab is a speciality of Denizli in southwestern Turkey: lamb is cooked slowly in a deep, well-like oven over embers. The gentle heat makes the meat tender and gives it a distinctive smoky flavour, without needing a complicated seasoning.
It is usually served hot, often with bread or pide and simple sides such as onion and tomato; ayran is a common drink alongside it. This is a filling, protein-rich meat dish, with very little carbohydrate on its own. For a lighter plate, keep the bread modest and add salad or grilled vegetables. Its rich, savoury flavour also works well as the centrepiece of a shared meal.
How Nutritious Is Denizli pit kebab?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Denizli pit kebab Processed?
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.
Does Denizli pit kebab Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Denizli pit kebab Good For?
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
Denizli pit kebab Fat Profile
SATURATED
11.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.35g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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