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Doner oil Calories
Rendered fat/oil collected from doner meat during cooking
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
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Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Doner oil (14 g) has 124 calories. That works out to 884 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 14 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
What is Doner oil?
Doner oil is the fat and juices that drip from meat as it turns and cooks on a vertical spit. It is collected beneath the spit or absorbed by bread as the meat is shaved off; it is not a separate, bottled cooking oil. Its flavour and amount vary with the meat and seasoning.
Rich and savoury, it may be spooned over a doner serving, rice or bread, especially at doner shops in Turkey and across Europe. Nutritionally, it is essentially all fat, so even a little adds plenty of richness. If you want a less heavy meal, ask for less of the drippings and pair the meat with salad or vegetables.
Doner oil Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
884
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
100g
· 128% 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 0% · Fat 100%
Doner oil Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
7µg · 6% DV
B12
0.1µg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.5mg · 3% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Calcium
1mg · 0% DV
Iron
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0mg · 0% DV
How Nutritious Is Doner oil?
Nutrient density
Low
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
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.
Doner oil Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Doner oil
To burn the 884 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Doner oil 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 Doner oil Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Doner oil 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Doner oil Fat Profile
SATURATED
39g
MONOUNSATURATED
45g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.8:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Doner oil
What is Doner oil?
Doner oil is the fat that drips from doner meat as it cooks, sometimes collected with meat juices and small browned pieces. Its flavor and composition vary with the meat and any extra fat used in the preparation.
Can you cook with Doner oil?
Yes, you can use Doner oil to fry or warm ingredients, or add a little to rice and vegetables. It carries the seasoning and savory flavor of the doner, so start with a small amount rather than treating it like neutral cooking oil.
Is Doner oil the same as the fat used to cook doner?
Not always. Doner oil usually means the rendered drippings collected during cooking, while the fat used in a doner recipe may also include fat layered onto the meat before it reaches the spit.
Does Doner oil come from lamb, beef, or chicken?
Doner oil comes from the meat being cooked and any extra fat added to it, so it can come from lamb, beef, or chicken doner. The name alone does not tell you which meat supplied the fat.
Why does Doner oil turn solid when it cools?
Doner oil can turn cloudy or solid as its animal fat cools. The exact texture depends on the type of fat and the temperature; it will usually soften or melt again when warmed, which by itself does not mean it has spoiled.
Can Doner oil be reused?
Yes, if Doner oil was collected cleanly and stored properly, you can use it in cooking. Drippings containing meat juices or crumbs spoil more readily, so discard oil left out for a long time or heated repeatedly.
How should you store Doner oil?
Cool Doner oil and transfer it to a clean, covered container in the refrigerator. Straining out meat bits can help it keep better; throw it away if it has sat at room temperature for a long time or develops an off smell.
Is Doner oil the same as doner sauce?
No. Doner oil is rendered fat from cooking the meat, while doner sauce is a separate condiment, often made with ingredients such as yogurt, tomato, or spices. They have different textures and are used differently.
Why does Doner oil make some doner taste greasy?
Doner can taste greasy when too much rendered fat collects on the meat or soaks into the bread. Letting excess fat drain and pairing the doner with fresh vegetables can make the serving feel less heavy.
Is Doner oil healthy to eat?
Doner oil is a concentrated animal fat, so using a lot of it adds substantial fat to a meal. It can contribute flavor in small amounts, but it is not necessary to pour extra oil over doner or other dishes.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.