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Flatbread soaked, meat filling, traditional Turkish dish
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Islama yufka with meat (180 g) has 378 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 45 g of carbs, 18.9 g of protein, 13.5 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 1.3 µg of B12 covers 53% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
378
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
45g
· 16% DV
Protein
18.9g
· 38% DV
Fat
13.5g
· 17% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 48% · Protein 20% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 378 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.5 g | 17% |
| Saturated fat | 4.32 g | 22% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 612 mg | 27% |
| Total carbohydrate | 45 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% |
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) | 180 g | 378 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 189 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 525 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 630 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 360 g | 756 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Islama yufka with meat is a Turkish dish made with flatbread softened by broth or a seasoned liquid and served with meat. The yufka is meant to absorb some of the savory liquid while retaining enough structure to eat.
Islama yufka with meat is made by moistening pieces of yufka with broth or a seasoned liquid and serving them with cooked meat. The exact seasoning and whether the bread is briefly toasted first vary between household and regional recipes.
Islama yufka with meat is associated with Turkish cooking, particularly the tradition of soaked yufka known in the Sakarya region. Sakarya’s well-known ıslama köfte is typically served with broth-moistened yufka alongside the köfte.
The yufka in Islama yufka with meat is soaked to give the flatbread a savory, tender texture and carry the flavor of the broth or seasoning. It should be moistened rather than left submerged, which can make it fall apart.
No, Islama yufka with meat is not exactly the same as ıslama köfte. In ıslama köfte, the köfte is the defining part of the dish and the soaked yufka is usually served with it; meat-and-yufka recipes can be arranged differently.
Islama yufka with meat can be prepared with beef or lamb, depending on the recipe. The meat is usually cooked before serving with the softened flatbread, and regional or family versions may use different cuts and seasonings.
Islama yufka with meat is commonly served hot with a simple salad, yogurt, or pickles. These sides add freshness or contrast to the savory, softened bread without competing with the meat and its broth-based flavor.
To keep Islama yufka with meat from getting soggy, add the broth or seasoned liquid just before serving and use only enough to moisten the bread. Letting the yufka sit in liquid for too long can make it lose its shape.
Store leftover Islama yufka with meat in a covered container in the refrigerator, rather than leaving it at room temperature. The yufka may soften further as it absorbs moisture, so reheating it gently and eating it soon gives a better texture.
Yes, Islama yufka with meat can be frozen, although the soaked bread may become softer or break apart after thawing. For a better texture, freeze the cooked meat and yufka separately, then combine them when reheating.
Vitamins
B12
1.26µg · 53% DV
B3
3.78mg · 24% DV
B5
0.99mg · 20% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Sodium
612mg · 27% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
153mg · 22% DV
Zinc
1.98mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
306mg · 9% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Islama yufka with meat is a traditional Turkish dish made by softening thin yufka flatbread with meat broth or a savoury meat sauce and serving it with meat. The soaked bread turns tender and supple rather than crisp, making each bite a mix of soft pastry and hearty filling. Recipes and seasonings vary from one household or region to another.
It is usually served warm as a main meal. A spoonful of yoghurt, pickles or a fresh salad makes a good accompaniment and balances its savoury richness. With 10.5 g of protein per 100 g, it offers a substantial base for a meal; choose a generous salad alongside it if you want a lighter plate.
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
4.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.8g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.