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Bulgur shell with seasoned meat filling
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Frozen Stuffed Meatballs (150 g) has 336 calories. That works out to 224 calories per 100 g. It contains 35.3 g of carbs, 16.2 g of protein, 14.4 g of fat and 4.7 g of fiber. Its 1.4 µg of B12 covers 56% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 150 g
336
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
35.3g
· 13% DV
Protein
16.2g
· 32% DV
Fat
14.4g
· 18% DV
Fiber
4.7g
· 17% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 19% · Fat 39%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 336 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.4 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.57 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.12 g | |
| Sodium | 765 mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 35.3 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% |
| Protein | 16.2 g | 32% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 piece (medium) | 150 g | 336 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 45 g | 101 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 224 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 100 g | 224 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 336 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 200 g | 448 kcal |
| 5 piece (large) | 250 g | 560 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 560 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 500 g | 1120 kcal |
Calculated from 224 calories per 100 g.
Frozen Stuffed Meatballs are Turkish içli köfte: bulgur shells filled with seasoned meat. Cook them by the method intended for that product—some are fried, while others are boiled. Follow the package directions and avoid crowding the pan or pot.
Yes, Frozen Stuffed Meatballs can be cooked in an air fryer, although the result varies by product. Lightly coat the outside with oil, leave space between pieces, and use the package’s air-fryer instructions if provided so the shell cooks without drying out.
Usually, no. Cook Frozen Stuffed Meatballs straight from the freezer unless their package says otherwise; thawing can soften the bulgur shell and make it more likely to split or lose its shape during cooking.
Frozen Stuffed Meatballs can crack if the oil is not hot enough, the pan is overcrowded, or the shells have softened during thawing. Fry them from frozen in small batches and turn them gently only after the outside has begun to firm up.
Yes, if they are made for boiling. Gently add Frozen Stuffed Meatballs to boiling water and avoid an aggressive boil that knocks them together. Fried-style versions may become soft or fall apart in water, so check which preparation the product is designed for.
Frozen Stuffed Meatballs have a bulgur-based outer shell and a seasoned meat filling. The filling commonly includes onion and spices, and some recipes add ingredients such as nuts; the exact recipe varies by brand and regional style.
Serve Frozen Stuffed Meatballs with lemon wedges, a crisp salad, or a garlicky yogurt sauce to balance their rich, savory filling. For a fuller Turkish-style meal, add soup or greens rather than pairing them only with another heavy dish.
Cut one open to check: the center should be thoroughly hot and steaming, with no cold or visibly raw meat remaining. A browned shell alone does not guarantee that the filling inside Frozen Stuffed Meatballs has heated through.
Reseal opened Frozen Stuffed Meatballs in an airtight freezer-safe bag or container and return them promptly to the freezer. Keeping them protected from air helps prevent freezer burn and drying; follow the package’s storage directions and date.
No, do not refreeze Frozen Stuffed Meatballs once they have fully thawed. Refreezing can damage the bulgur shell and may create a food-safety risk; cook thawed pieces promptly instead of putting them back in the freezer.
Vitamins
B12
1.35µg · 56% DV
B3
5.7mg · 36% DV
B6
0.38mg · 22% DV
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Manganese
0.93mg · 40% DV
Sodium
765mg · 33% DV
Zinc
3.6mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
375mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Frozen içli köfte is the freezer-ready version of a Turkish dish, especially associated with southeastern Anatolia. A shell made from fine bulgur is shaped around a seasoned minced-meat filling. Since “Frozen Stuffed Meatballs” can suggest a different dish, içli köfte is the more useful name here.
In Turkey, it is commonly served hot and fried until crisp, though boiled versions are also made in some regions. Enjoy it with lemon and salad as part of a meal, or serve it at a gathering. The bulgur shell contributes fibre and the meat filling provides protein; frying can add richness. For a lighter result, bake or air-fry it if the package directions allow.
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.
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
4.57g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.58g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.64g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.