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Hambal with Potato Calories
Traditional meatball dish made with ground meat and potatoes
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Hambal with Potato (90 g) has 151 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.7 g of carbs, 8.6 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 0.6 µg of B12 covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Hambal with Potato Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
151
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
11.7g
· 4% DV
Protein
8.6g
· 17% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 32% · Protein 23% · Fat 45%
Hambal with Potato nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (90 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 151 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.43 g | 12% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 279 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Hambal with Potato?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 151 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 45 g | 76 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 101 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 202 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 218 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 336 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hambal with Potato
What is Hambal with Potato?
Hambal with Potato is a traditional meatball dish made with ground meat and potatoes. Recipes may also include onion and seasonings, and the exact preparation can vary between regional and family versions.
How do you make Hambal with Potato?
Hambal with Potato is made by combining ground meat with potato and seasonings, shaping the mixture, and cooking it. If you grate the potato, squeeze out excess moisture first so the mixture is easier to shape.
Where does Hambal with Potato come from?
Hambal with Potato belongs to traditional regional Turkish cooking. The name hambal can refer to different local preparations, so its precise origin and recipe may vary; it is best understood through the version made in a particular region or household.
Is Hambal with Potato a dumpling or a meatball?
Hambal with Potato is described here as a meatball dish made with ground meat and potatoes. The word hambal may be used differently in regional food traditions, which can explain why some descriptions or recipes look unlike this version.
Why do Hambal with Potato meatballs fall apart?
Hambal with Potato meatballs can fall apart if the potato releases too much water or the mixture is not well combined. Squeeze grated potato dry, mix the ingredients thoroughly, and chill the mixture briefly if it feels too soft to shape.
Can you bake Hambal with Potato instead of frying it?
Yes, Hambal with Potato can be baked instead of pan-fried. Arrange the shaped pieces on a baking tray and cook until done, checking that they stay moist; baking also avoids the extra oil used for frying.
What do you serve with Hambal with Potato?
Hambal with Potato works well with a crisp salad and a yogurt-based side such as cacık. These bring freshness alongside the savory meat-and-potato flavor and make the dish easy to serve as a complete meal.
Can you freeze Hambal with Potato?
Yes, you can freeze Hambal with Potato before cooking. Freeze the shaped pieces separately on a tray first, then transfer them to a sealed container; cook them carefully from frozen or thaw them safely in the refrigerator.
How should you store leftover Hambal with Potato?
Store leftover Hambal with Potato in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature, and reheat it until hot throughout.
How can you make Hambal with Potato lighter?
You can make Hambal with Potato lighter by baking the meatballs rather than frying them and using only a little added oil. Serve them with salad or yogurt instead of adding another fried side.
Hambal with Potato Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.63µg · 26% DV
B3
1.89mg · 12% DV
B6
0.16mg · 9% DV
B5
0.45mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
99mg · 14% DV
Zinc
1.53mg · 14% DV
Sodium
279mg · 12% DV
Selenium
5.85µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
288mg · 8% DV
Hambal with Potato Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hambal with Potato
To burn the 151 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Hambal with Potato?
Hambal with potato is a traditional Turkish meatball-style dish made with ground meat and potatoes. The potato softens the mixture and makes the dish more filling, while the meat gives it a savoury, hearty flavour. Recipes and shaping can vary from one household or region to another.
It is usually served hot, either on its own or with salad and yoghurt; bread or rice can make it a fuller meal. The ground meat contributes protein, while the potato provides much of the carbohydrate. For a lighter plate, pair it with a generous fresh salad and use a measured amount of oil when cooking.
How Nutritious Is Hambal with Potato?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Hambal with Potato Processed?
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.
Does Hambal with Potato Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Hambal with Potato Good For?
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
Hambal with Potato Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.43g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.79g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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