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Traditional meatball made with ground meat, bread, and spices
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Fettah koftesi (45 g) has 112 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.2 g of carbs, 7.6 g of protein, 7.1 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.9 µg of B12 covers 36% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 8 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 45 g
112
KCAL / 45G
Carbs
4.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
7.6g
· 15% DV
Fat
7.1g
· 9% 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 15% · Protein 27% · Fat 58%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 112 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.1 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.52 g | 13% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 189 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% |
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 piece (medium) | 45 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 74 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 65 g | 161 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 3 piece (medium) | 135 g | 335 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 446 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 225 g | 558 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 645 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Fettah koftesi is a traditional meatball made with ground meat, bread and spices. Recipes can differ in their seasoning and shaping, but those ingredients give it its characteristic meatball form and texture.
To make Fettah koftesi, mix ground meat with bread and spices, shape the mixture into meatballs, then cook them until fully done. Mix the ingredients evenly and avoid packing the meatballs too tightly, which can make them dense.
Bread helps bind Fettah koftesi and gives the meatballs a softer texture. It also absorbs moisture in the mixture. Add enough to help the mixture hold its shape without letting the bread overpower the flavor of the meat.
Mix the ground meat, bread and spices thoroughly, then chill the shaped Fettah koftesi briefly before cooking. A properly heated pan helps the outside set; avoid moving the meatballs around before they have browned.
Yes, you can grill Fettah koftesi if the meatballs are firm enough to hold together. Shape them evenly, turn them carefully, and cook them through; a grill basket can make handling them easier.
Fettah koftesi goes well with a fresh salad, yogurt, or cooked vegetables. Rice or bread makes the meal more substantial, while a crisp, lightly dressed side can balance the meatballs' savory flavor.
Yes, Fettah koftesi can be frozen either raw after shaping or after cooking. Store the meatballs in an airtight container, thaw them in the refrigerator, and cook or reheat them thoroughly before serving.
Fettah koftesi is cooked through when the center is no longer raw and the meat has reached a safe temperature. A food thermometer is the most reliable check; do not judge doneness by browning on the outside alone.
Yes, lean ground meat works for Fettah koftesi, but it can make the meatballs drier. Mix the bread and meat thoroughly and avoid overcooking them so they stay as tender as possible.
Yes, you can shape Fettah koftesi ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator until you are ready to cook. Keep raw meat chilled, and cook the meatballs promptly rather than leaving them at room temperature.
Vitamins
B12
0.86µg · 36% DV
B3
2.07mg · 13% DV
B6
0.15mg · 9% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Zinc
1.53mg · 14% DV
Selenium
7.2µg · 13% DV
Phosphorus
79mg · 11% DV
Sodium
189mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 112 calories in 1 piece (medium) (45 g):
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Fettah koftesi is a traditional meatball made with ground meat, bread and spices. The mixture is shaped into patties or balls and cooked in a pan, on a grill or in the oven; recipes can vary between cooks.
Serve it hot as part of a main meal, with rice, salad or yoghurt. The seasoning gives the meat a savoury, aromatic flavour, while the bread helps keep the centre tender. It provides protein from the meat, with some carbohydrate from the bread, and makes a satisfying meal. For a lighter plate, bake or grill the koftesi with little added oil and pair it with fresh 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 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
2.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.41g
Omega 6:3 ratio 17.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (17.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.