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Traditional, hearty, grain and meat-based dish
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of El-Mugire (250 g) has 425 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 55 g of carbs, 21.3 g of protein, 13.8 g of fat and 5.5 g of fiber. Its 1.1 µg of B12 covers 47% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
425
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
55g
· 20% DV
Protein
21.3g
· 43% DV
Fat
13.8g
· 18% DV
Fiber
5.5g
· 20% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 20% · Fat 29%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 425 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.8 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 55 g | 20% |
| Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% |
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% |
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) | 250 g | 425 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 340 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 595 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 400 g | 680 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 850 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
El-Mugire is a traditional, hearty dish built around grain and meat. Recipes can differ in the grain, cut of meat, seasoning, and cooking liquid, so there is not necessarily one fixed ingredient list.
Cook the meat and grain until tender, keeping in mind that different grains need different cooking times. Check the grain as it cooks and take the dish off the heat once it is tender, before it turns mushy.
El-Mugire is best described broadly as a grain-and-meat dish; its texture can vary by recipe. Some versions may be looser, while others are thicker, so the name alone does not establish one exact consistency.
El-Mugire has a savory, hearty profile from its combination of meat and grain. Its exact flavor depends on the meat, cooking liquid, and seasonings used in the particular recipe.
El-Mugire is a meat-based dish, but the specific meat is not fixed by the name alone. Follow the version of the recipe you are making, and cook the meat until tender before serving it with the grain.
Yes, cooked grains can be added to El-Mugire, but add them near the end so they do not break down while the meat finishes cooking. You may need less liquid than a recipe using uncooked grain.
Serve El-Mugire as a main dish, with a crisp salad, yogurt, or pickled vegetables alongside it. These sides add freshness and contrast to the rich, warm grain-and-meat mixture.
Yes, you can cook El-Mugire ahead and refrigerate it in a covered container. Reheat it gently before serving, adding a little water or broth if the grain has absorbed the cooking liquid.
Yes, cooked El-Mugire can be frozen in meal-sized portions. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; the grain may soften somewhat after freezing and thawing.
To make El-Mugire feel lighter, use a leaner cut of meat and avoid adding excess fat during cooking. Serve a smaller portion with salad or vegetables rather than adding a rich side.
Vitamins
B12
1.13µg · 47% DV
B3
5.25mg · 33% DV
B1
0.33mg · 28% DV
B5
1.13mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Selenium
18µg · 33% DV
Zinc
2.75mg · 25% DV
Copper
0.22mg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
400mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 425 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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El-Mugire is a traditional, filling dish built around grains cooked with meat. It belongs to a broader Middle Eastern food tradition, though the particular grain and seasoning can vary from one recipe to another. As it cooks, the grains take on the meat’s savoury flavour, giving the dish a soft, substantial texture.
It is generally served warm as a main meal, with fresh vegetables or a simple salad alongside; outside its home region, those accompaniments also make it easy to serve as a hearty one-pot supper. The grains provide most of its carbohydrates, while the meat contributes protein. For a lighter plate, keep the serving moderate and add extra salad or vegetables.
Medium
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 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.
No known major allergens
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.