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High-protein, iron-rich, classic breakfast dish
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CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Fried Meat and Eggs (150 g) has 330 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.8 g of carbs, 27.8 g of protein, 23.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.2 µg of B12 covers 131% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Fried meat and eggs is a Turkish dish made by warming kavurma—meat, commonly beef or lamb, slowly cooked in its own fat—and cracking eggs into the pan. The meat is already tender and richly seasoned, though the cut and seasoning vary from kitchen to kitchen.
The savory, browned pieces pair with soft egg whites and yolks that may be left runny. In Turkey it is often served hot for breakfast with bread and tea, and it also makes a substantial quick meal at other times of day. It is notably high in protein and provides iron, while the meat’s fat makes it a rich choice. For a lighter pan, use a smaller amount of kavurma and avoid adding extra fat.
Selected: 100 g
220
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
1.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
18.5g
· 37% DV
Fat
15.8g
· 20% 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 33% · Fat 65%
Vitamins
B12
2.1µg · 88% DV
Biotin
12µg · 40% DV
B3
4.1mg · 26% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
19µg · 35% DV
Zinc
3mg · 27% DV
Phosphorus
185mg · 26% DV
Sodium
320mg · 14% DV
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 220 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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Fried Meat and Eggs is a dish of browned, cooked meat served with eggs cooked in the same pan. The meat is usually already cooked, so it is warmed first and the eggs are added afterward.
Warm the cooked meat in a skillet until hot, then crack eggs over it and cook until the whites are set. Leave the yolks whole or stir the eggs through the meat, depending on the texture you prefer.
Fried Meat and Eggs is commonly made with cooked beef or lamb, including leftover roast or a preserved-style meat such as kavurma. Use tender pieces that can be reheated without becoming tough.
No. Steak and eggs usually means a separate steak served alongside eggs, while Fried Meat and Eggs combines bite-sized cooked meat and eggs in one pan. The meat may also be leftover roast or kavurma rather than a fresh steak.
Yes, leftover roast beef or lamb works well in Fried Meat and Eggs. Cut it into bite-sized pieces, warm it thoroughly in a skillet, then add the eggs; avoid prolonged cooking, which can make the meat chewy.
Either style works. Leave the eggs whole for distinct yolks and whites, or scramble them into the meat for a more evenly mixed dish. In both versions, cook the whites until set.
Serve Fried Meat and Eggs with toast, flatbread, or potatoes, plus fresh vegetables if you want a lighter contrast. Because the meat can already be salty and rich, a simple side usually works better than another heavily seasoned dish.
Yes, onions, peppers, or tomatoes can be added, though they are optional rather than essential. Cook firm vegetables in the pan before adding the meat and eggs so they have time to soften.
Refrigerate leftover Fried Meat and Eggs promptly in a covered container and eat it within a few days. Reheat it in a skillet until hot throughout; gentle heat helps keep the eggs from turning rubbery.
Yes, Fried Meat and Eggs is often eaten for breakfast, particularly in Turkish-style meals built around warm bread and savory dishes. It also works as a quick lunch or dinner when cooked meat is already on hand.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.