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Hünkar beğendi with diced beef Calories
Classic Ottoman-style dish with creamy eggplant béchamel purée topped with diced beef
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Hünkar beğendi with diced beef (250 g) has 355 calories. That works out to 142 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.3 g of carbs, 21.5 g of protein, 22.3 g of fat and 4 g of fiber. Its 2 µg of B12 covers 81% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Hünkar beğendi with diced beef Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
355
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
15.3g
· 6% DV
Protein
21.5g
· 43% DV
Fat
22.3g
· 29% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 18% · Protein 25% · Fat 57%
Hünkar beğendi with diced beef nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 355 kcal | |
| Total fat | 22.3 g | 29% |
| Saturated fat | 8.75 g | 44% |
| Trans fat | 0.45 g | |
| Sodium | 620 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.3 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 4 g | 14% |
| Protein | 21.5 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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Hünkar beğendi with diced beef?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 355 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 20 g | 28 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 142 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 256 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 256 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 341 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 497 kcal |
Calculated from 142 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Hünkar beğendi with diced beef
What is Hünkar beğendi with diced beef?
Hünkar beğendi with diced beef is a Turkish dish of tender beef served over a creamy purée made from fire-roasted eggplant and béchamel. The smoky eggplant and rich sauce are central to the dish.
How do you make Hünkar beğendi with diced beef at home?
Brown the beef and simmer it until tender while roasting and peeling the eggplants. Stir the eggplant flesh into béchamel, spoon the purée onto a plate, and top it with the beef and its sauce.
What cut of beef works best in Hünkar beğendi with diced beef?
Beef chuck or another well-marbled, slow-cooking cut works well in Hünkar beğendi with diced beef. These cuts become tender during a gentle braise, whereas lean steak cuts can turn dry or chewy if cooked for too long.
Is Hünkar beğendi with diced beef the same as Ali Nazik?
No. Hünkar beğendi with diced beef pairs roasted eggplant with béchamel, while Ali Nazik usually mixes roasted eggplant with garlic yogurt and serves it with seasoned meat. Their shared base of smoky eggplant can make them easy to confuse.
Where did Hünkar beğendi with diced beef originate?
Hünkar beğendi with diced beef is associated with Ottoman palace cooking in Turkey. Its name means roughly “the sultan liked it,” but popular stories connecting the dish to a particular sultan or visit are not firmly established historical accounts.
Why can the eggplant purée in Hünkar beğendi with diced beef turn dark?
The roasted eggplant flesh darkens when exposed to air after peeling. For Hünkar beğendi with diced beef, prepare the purée soon after roasting and stir the flesh into the béchamel promptly to limit discoloration.
Can you make Hünkar beğendi with diced beef without flour?
Yes. For a flour-free version of Hünkar beğendi with diced beef, thicken the milk with a little cornstarch instead of making a flour-based béchamel. Add it gradually so the eggplant purée stays creamy rather than gluey.
What should you serve with Hünkar beğendi with diced beef?
Rice pilaf is a traditional-style accompaniment to Hünkar beğendi with diced beef, and a crisp salad can balance the creamy purée. Since the dish is already substantial, simple sides usually work better than another rich dish.
How should you store and reheat Hünkar beğendi with diced beef?
Refrigerate Hünkar beğendi with diced beef in a covered container within two hours and eat it within three to four days. Reheat it until steaming hot; warm the purée gently and stir in a splash of milk if it has thickened.
Can Hünkar beğendi with diced beef be frozen?
Yes, but the béchamel-based eggplant purée may become grainy or separate after thawing. Freeze the beef and purée separately for a better result, thaw them in the refrigerator, and stir the purée well while reheating it gently.
Hünkar beğendi with diced beef Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.95µg · 81% DV
B3
6mg · 38% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
B2
0.28mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
295mg · 42% DV
Selenium
22µg · 40% DV
Zinc
4.05mg · 37% DV
Sodium
620mg · 27% DV
Potassium ⭐
620mg · 18% DV
Hünkar beğendi with diced beef Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Hünkar beğendi with diced beef
To burn the 355 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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 Hünkar beğendi with diced beef?
Hünkar beğendi with diced beef is an Ottoman-era Turkish dish: tender beef cubes are served over a smooth purée of roasted eggplant enriched with a milk-and-flour béchamel. The eggplant brings a gentle smokiness, while the creamy base balances the savoury meat.
In Turkey it is commonly served as a substantial main course, often with rice pilaf and a fresh salad; elsewhere, it works well as a warming one-dish meal. It provides protein from the beef, while the creamy eggplant base makes the dish filling. For a lighter plate, use less butter in the purée and serve it with extra salad.
How Nutritious Is Hünkar beğendi with diced beef?
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 Hünkar beğendi with diced beef 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 Hünkar beğendi with diced beef Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Hünkar beğendi with diced beef Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Hünkar beğendi with diced beef Fat Profile
SATURATED
8.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
9g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.1:1).
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