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Traditional Anatolian dish of bread soaked in broth and topped with meat
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Meat tirit (250 g) has 455 calories. That works out to 182 calories per 100 g. It contains 37 g of carbs, 28 g of protein, 21.5 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 2.1 µg of B12 covers 89% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Meat tirit is a traditional dish found in parts of Anatolia, made by soaking pieces of bread in meat broth and topping them with tender meat. Yogurt and a drizzle of melted butter are common additions, though recipes and presentation vary by region.
The bread turns soft and savoury as it absorbs the broth, while the meat adds a hearty, rich finish. It is usually served warm as a main course, with yogurt or a fresh salad alongside. Meat tirit provides protein, but the bread and butter make it a substantial meal. For a lighter serving, use less butter or keep the yogurt on the side.
Selected: 100 g
182
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
14.8g
· 5% DV
Protein
11.2g
· 22% DV
Fat
8.6g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 25% · Fat 42%
Vitamins
B12
0.85µg · 35% DV
B3
2.6mg · 16% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
B2
0.09mg · 7% DV
Minerals
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Zinc
2mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
118mg · 17% DV
Sodium
290mg · 13% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 182 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.5:1).
Meat tirit is a traditional Anatolian dish made by soaking bread in meat broth and topping it with tender meat, yogurt, and often melted butter. Recipes vary by region and household, especially in the type of bread and how the toppings are seasoned.
To make meat tirit, simmer meat until tender and save the broth. Arrange pieces of bread on a plate, moisten them with the hot broth, then add shredded meat and yogurt. A drizzle of browned butter is a common finishing touch.
Stale pide or another sturdy flatbread works well for meat tirit because it absorbs broth without breaking apart as quickly as fresh, soft bread. Some regional versions use different local breads, so there is no single required type.
Meat tirit can be made with either lamb or beef, depending on the recipe and local preference. The meat is simmered until tender enough to shred, and its cooking broth becomes part of the dish rather than being discarded.
Meat tirit is one version of Turkish tirit, not the only one. Tirit is a broader family of dishes in which bread is softened with broth or another cooking liquid; the meat, toppings, and preparation differ across regions.
Keep meat tirit bread from turning soggy by adding the broth gradually just before serving instead of soaking the bread in advance. Use stale or firm bread, and stop once it is moistened; excess broth can make the base collapse.
Yes, you can make meat tirit with chicken, although beef and lamb are common choices in traditional versions. Cook the chicken until tender, use its broth to moisten the bread, and add the yogurt and butter topping as usual.
Serve meat tirit with a crisp salad, pickles, or lightly cooked vegetables. The dish already combines bread, meat, and often yogurt, so a fresh, tangy side balances the rich broth and butter without competing with its main flavors.
Yes, the components of meat tirit can be prepared ahead, but assemble the plate shortly before serving. Keep the cooked meat and broth separate from the bread and yogurt; adding the liquid early makes the bread lose its texture.
Reheat leftover meat tirit gently in a covered pan or microwave until steaming hot, adding a little broth if the bread has dried out. If you stored the yogurt separately, add it after reheating rather than heating it with the dish.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.