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Elbasan tava without eggplant Calories
Baked meat dish with yogurt sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Elbasan tava without eggplant (250 g) has 365 calories. That works out to 146 calories per 100 g. It contains 10.3 g of carbs, 28 g of protein, 23 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of B12 covers 81% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 27 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Elbasan tava without eggplant Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
365
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
10.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
28g
· 56% DV
Fat
23g
· 29% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 11% · Protein 31% · Fat 58%
Elbasan tava without eggplant nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 365 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23 g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 8.5 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 525 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 28 g | 56% |
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 Elbasan tava without eggplant?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 365 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 20 g | 29 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 146 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 150 g | 219 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 263 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 350 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 300 g | 438 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 511 kcal |
Calculated from 146 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Elbasan tava without eggplant
What is Elbasan tava without eggplant?
Elbasan tava without eggplant is a baked meat dish topped with a yogurt-based sauce. It is associated with the Albanian city of Elbasan, and eggplant is an optional variation rather than an essential part of the dish.
What meat is used in Elbasan tava without eggplant?
Lamb is the traditional choice for Elbasan tava without eggplant. Cuts that become tender during slow cooking work especially well; beef can also be used, though its cooking time and flavor will differ.
How do you make Elbasan tava without eggplant?
To make Elbasan tava without eggplant, cook the meat until tender, cover it with yogurt sauce, and bake until the top sets and browns. Recipes often bind the sauce with egg and flour, sometimes adding a little of the meat’s cooking liquid.
Is Elbasan tava without eggplant an Albanian dish?
Yes, Elbasan tava is linked to Elbasan, a city in Albania, and the dish is also part of Turkish cooking. Versions vary between households, but the combination of tender meat and a baked yogurt sauce is characteristic.
What should you serve with Elbasan tava without eggplant?
Serve Elbasan tava without eggplant with rice, roasted potatoes, or a simple salad. A fresh vegetable side balances the rich meat and yogurt topping without competing with the dish’s distinctive sauce.
Why does the yogurt sauce split in Elbasan tava without eggplant?
The yogurt sauce can split in Elbasan tava without eggplant when it is heated too quickly or mixed abruptly with very hot cooking liquid. Whisk the sauce until smooth and gradually temper it with a little warm liquid before baking.
Can you make Elbasan tava without eggplant with beef instead of lamb?
Yes, beef can replace lamb in Elbasan tava without eggplant. Choose a cut suitable for slow cooking and cook it until tender before adding the yogurt topping; beef may need a different cooking time and gives the dish a less traditional flavor.
Can Elbasan tava without eggplant be made ahead?
Yes, you can cook the meat for Elbasan tava without eggplant ahead of time. Refrigerate it, then add freshly mixed yogurt sauce and bake closer to serving so the topping has a better texture.
How should you store leftover Elbasan tava without eggplant?
Refrigerate leftover Elbasan tava without eggplant in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Do not leave the yogurt-topped meat at room temperature for an extended period; reheat it thoroughly.
How can you make Elbasan tava without eggplant lighter?
For a lighter Elbasan tava without eggplant, trim visible fat from the meat and use a moderate layer of yogurt sauce. Serve it with salad or vegetables rather than adding a rich side dish.
Elbasan tava without eggplant Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.95µg · 81% DV
B3
8.5mg · 53% DV
B2
0.45mg · 35% DV
B6
0.43mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
27µg · 49% DV
Phosphorus
320mg · 46% DV
Zinc
4.75mg · 43% DV
Calcium
230mg · 23% DV
Sodium
525mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
525mg · 15% DV
Elbasan tava without eggplant Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Elbasan tava without eggplant
To burn the 365 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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What is Elbasan tava without eggplant?
Elbasan tava without eggplant is a baked meat dish associated with the Albanian city of Elbasan and also found in Turkish and Balkan home cooking. It is commonly made with lamb under a sauce of yogurt and egg; this version leaves out the eggplant. Baking gives the sauce a softly set top while keeping the meat tender.
In Albania and elsewhere in the Balkans, it is served hot as a main meal, often with rice, bread or a fresh salad. The yogurt sauce is creamy with a gentle tang, balancing the savoury meat. It provides a useful amount of protein alongside fat: a 100 g portion has 11.2 g of protein. For a lighter version, choose leaner meat and use a restrained amount of added fat.
How Nutritious Is Elbasan tava without eggplant?
Nutrient density
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.
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 Elbasan tava without eggplant 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 Elbasan tava without eggplant Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Elbasan tava without eggplant Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Elbasan tava without eggplant Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.25g
POLYUNSATURATED
2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 11.9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (11.9:1).
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