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Rich in protein and iron, traditional Turkish breakfast
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Egg with beef kavurma (120 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.4 g of carbs, 18.6 g of protein, 19.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of B12 covers 115% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 120 g
252
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
1.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
18.6g
· 37% DV
Fat
19.8g
· 25% 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 29% · Fat 69%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19.8 g | 25% |
| Saturated fat | 7.44 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 468 mg | 20% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% |
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) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 147 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 140 g | 294 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 200 g | 420 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Egg with beef kavurma is a Turkish dish made by warming cooked beef kavurma in a pan and cooking eggs with it. It is commonly served hot for breakfast, with the eggs either left whole or stirred into the meat.
Warm the beef kavurma in a pan until hot, then crack in the eggs and cook them to your preferred doneness. Kavurma can release enough fat to cook the eggs, so taste the dish before adding salt.
No, egg with beef kavurma is not menemen. Menemen is typically made with tomatoes and peppers, while beef kavurma and eggs are the defining ingredients here; adding vegetables is an optional variation, not a requirement.
Serve egg with beef kavurma with crusty bread, sliced tomatoes, cucumber, or olives. These familiar breakfast sides complement the rich, savory meat, and fresh vegetables add a lighter contrast to the dish.
Add the eggs once the beef kavurma is hot in the pan. This gives the eggs time to cook without leaving the meat cold; if you want runny yolks, watch closely and take the pan off the heat as soon as they are set to your liking.
Egg with beef kavurma uses cooked beef, while sucuklu yumurta is made with Turkish spiced sausage. Kavurma has a meaty, slow-cooked flavor; sucuk contributes its distinctive seasoning and is usually cooked in the pan before the eggs are added.
Yes, you can use leftover cooked beef in place of kavurma, though the flavor will be different. Chop or shred the beef and warm it with a little butter or oil before adding the eggs so it does not dry out.
Egg with beef kavurma can turn dry if the meat is fried for too long or the eggs are overcooked. Heat the kavurma just until warm, then cook the eggs only until they reach your preferred texture.
Refrigerate leftover egg with beef kavurma promptly in a covered container rather than leaving it at room temperature. Use it within a few days and reheat it thoroughly; the eggs may become firmer after chilling and reheating.
Yes, reheat egg with beef kavurma in a pan over low heat, stirring gently so it warms evenly. Add a small splash of water if it seems dry, and avoid prolonged heating because the eggs can become tough.
Vitamins
B12
2.76µg · 115% DV
Biotin
21.6µg · 72% DV
B2
0.4mg · 31% DV
B5
1.32mg · 26% DV
Minerals
Selenium
29µg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
228mg · 33% DV
Zinc
3.24mg · 29% DV
Sodium
468mg · 20% DV
Potassium ⭐
252mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 252 calories in 1 serving (medium) (120 g):
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Egg with beef kavurma brings together eggs and kavurma, Turkish beef that is cooked slowly, traditionally in its own fat. The meat is warmed in a pan before the eggs are added, giving the dish a savoury, rich flavour. Cook the yolks to your liking, from soft and runny to fully set.
In Turkey, it is a hearty breakfast, often served with bread, fresh tomatoes or greens, and tea. Elsewhere, it makes an easy brunch or quick supper; serve it with salad or flatbread. It is protein-rich and low in carbohydrates. For a lighter plate, use a modest amount of kavurma and add plenty of 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.44g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 6.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (6.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.