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Traditional meatball rich in protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
3 piece (medium) of Göynük meatball (120 g) has 298 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.3 g of carbs, 21.4 g of protein, 20.2 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 2.3 µg of B12 covers 95% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 8 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 3 piece (medium) · 120 g
298
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
7.3g
· 3% DV
Protein
21.4g
· 43% DV
Fat
20.2g
· 26% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 29% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 298 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.2 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 7.32 g | 37% |
| Trans fat | 0.72 g | |
| Sodium | 504 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% |
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) | 120 g | 298 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 87 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 80 g | 198 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 372 kcal |
| 4 piece (large) | 160 g | 397 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 546 kcal |
| 6 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 595 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Göynük meatball is a regional Turkish meatball associated with Göynük, a town in Bolu province. It belongs to local home cooking rather than one universally standardized recipe, so ingredient details and serving styles can vary between cooks.
Göynük meatball comes from the culinary tradition of Göynük in northwestern Türkiye. The name identifies its regional association; it should not be confused with meatballs from other Turkish towns simply because they use similar ground-meat mixtures.
Göynük meatball is made with ground meat, but household recipes may differ in the exact cut or meat blend. Ask about the specific recipe if you need to know whether it uses beef alone or a mixture, rather than assuming one fixed formula.
No. Göynük meatball is associated with Göynük, while İnegöl köfte is a distinct regional style from İnegöl in Bursa. They share the broad form of seasoned ground meat shaped into patties, but their local recipes and culinary identities are different.
No single spice blend defines every Göynük meatball recipe. Seasoning varies by household, so the dish is not necessarily hot or heavily spiced; if you are ordering it, ask the cook how that version is seasoned.
Yes, you can make Göynük meatball without breadcrumbs, although the texture may be denser and the mixture may be harder to shape. Mix the meat thoroughly and chill the shaped patties before cooking; recipes differ on whether they use a binder.
Keep Göynük meatball juicy by avoiding overworking the mixture and cooking the patties for longer than needed. Use moderate heat, turn them once the first side has browned, and let them rest briefly after cooking so the juices settle.
Yes, Göynük meatball can be cooked in an air fryer, though this is a convenient modern method rather than a defining traditional technique. Arrange the patties in a single layer, leave space around them, and check that the centers are fully cooked.
Göynük meatball does not have to be served with sauce. It can be presented plainly with sides such as salad or vegetables, while a tomato-based sauce is an optional variation rather than a feature that defines the regional dish.
Yes, cooked Göynük meatball can be frozen once cooled, packed in an airtight container, and separated so the pieces do not stick together. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat until hot throughout; freezing may soften the texture slightly.
Vitamins
B12
2.28µg · 95% DV
B3
5.88mg · 37% DV
B6
0.41mg · 24% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Zinc
4.56mg · 41% DV
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Phosphorus
222mg · 32% DV
Sodium
504mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
348mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Göynük meatball is a regional Turkish köfte associated with Göynük, a town in Bolu province. It is made by shaping seasoned minced meat into small patties or balls and cooking them; household recipes may include breadcrumbs and onion, with ingredients and methods varying from kitchen to kitchen.
Served hot, it is best when browned outside and tender inside. In Turkey it may come with rice, grilled peppers or a fresh salad for lunch or dinner, and ayran is a familiar accompaniment. English-speaking diners can serve it much like other Turkish köfte, with flatbread and salad. It provides protein as well as a notable amount of fat, so pair a modest portion with vegetables for a lighter meal.
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.52g
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.