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Minced-meat skewer kebab; high in protein.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Gelhele kebab (120 g) has 298 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.7 g of carbs, 22.4 g of protein, 21.8 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 2.5 µg of B12 covers 105% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
298
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
3.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
22.4g
· 45% DV
Fat
21.8g
· 28% 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 5% · Protein 30% · Fat 65%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 298 kcal | |
| Total fat | 21.8 g | 28% |
| Saturated fat | 8.52 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.72 g | |
| Sodium | 384 mg | 17% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 22.4 g | 45% |
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) | 120 g | 298 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 60 g | 149 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 198 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 372 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 446 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 595 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 620 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Gelhele kebab is a Turkish minced-meat kebab formed around a skewer and cooked over heat. It is a named regional preparation, and recipes may differ in their seasonings and serving style.
Gelhele kebab is made with minced meat, but the specific meat can vary by recipe. Ask the butcher or restaurant whether theirs uses lamb, beef, or a mixture rather than assuming one version is universal.
Gelhele kebab is a Turkish kebab, but a single, well-established place of origin is not clear from the name alone. Local recipes may be associated with particular communities, so avoid treating an unverified regional claim as definitive.
There is no single seasoning formula that applies to every Gelhele kebab recipe. The minced meat is shaped around a skewer, while the choice and amount of spices can vary; ask about the seasoning if you need to avoid heat or a particular ingredient.
No. Both are minced-meat kebabs cooked on skewers, but Adana kebab has its own recognized regional recipe and identity. Gelhele kebab should not simply be treated as another name for Adana kebab.
Gelhele kebab can slip when the mince is too wet, insufficiently worked, or loosely pressed onto the skewer. Use cold mince, knead it until cohesive, press it firmly onto a broad skewer, and let the surface sear before turning.
Yes, Gelhele kebab can be cooked under an oven grill or in a hot oven. It will miss some of the smoky charcoal flavor, so turn the skewers during cooking and make sure the minced meat is cooked through.
Serve Gelhele kebab with flatbread, grilled vegetables, and a fresh salad. Tomato, peppers, and onion are useful accompaniments because their freshness balances the rich, savory minced meat.
Yes, cooked Gelhele kebab can be frozen in an airtight container once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it until hot throughout; freezing may make the meat a little drier after reheating.
Yes, you can shape Gelhele kebab around the skewers ahead of cooking and keep it covered in the refrigerator. Keep raw mince separate from ready-to-eat foods, and cook the kebab thoroughly when you are ready to serve it.
Vitamins
B12
2.52µg · 105% DV
B3
5.88mg · 37% DV
B6
0.41mg · 24% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Zinc
4.92mg · 45% DV
Selenium
20µg · 36% DV
Phosphorus
216mg · 31% DV
Sodium
384mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
348mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Gelhele kebab is a regional Turkish kebab made by seasoning minced meat, shaping it around a skewer and grilling it over a flame. The meat and seasoning can vary by cook and locality, but the result is a substantial, meat-centred dish.
The outside takes on a char while the inside stays tender and juicy. In Turkey it is commonly served hot, often with flatbread, grilled tomatoes and peppers, onion salad or ayran. It is protein-rich, with 18.7 g of protein per 100 g, and its fat gives it a rich, satisfying character. For a lighter plate, pair it with a generous salad or grilled vegetables and go easy on the bread.
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.
No known major 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
8.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.