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Traditional Turkish soup, 'islembe' (tripe soup), typically made with beef tripe, garlic, vinegar, and spices. High in protein and minerals.
In season: Winter · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of İşlembe soup (250 g) has 150 calories. That works out to 60 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.3 g of carbs, 16.3 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 2.8 µg of B12 covers 115% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
150
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
6.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
16.3g
· 33% DV
Fat
5.5g
· 7% 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 18% · Protein 47% · Fat 35%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 800 mg | 35% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 16.3 g | 33% |
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 cup (medium) | 250 g | 150 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 bottle (mini) | 100 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 125 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 90 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 330 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 400 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 300 kcal |
Calculated from 60 calories per 100 g.
İşlembe soup is a Turkish tripe soup, usually made with beef stomach, garlic, vinegar, and spices. Recipes may add a flour-based or egg-and-lemon thickener, while garlic and vinegar are often served separately for seasoning.
To make İşlembe soup, clean and simmer beef tripe until tender, then slice it and add it to seasoned cooking broth. Some recipes thicken the broth with flour or an egg-and-lemon mixture; garlic and vinegar give it its familiar sharp finish.
For İşlembe soup, rinse the tripe thoroughly and remove any visible residue before cooking; many cooks buy it already cleaned by a butcher. If it still has a strong smell, rinse it again and simmer it with aromatics such as onion or bay leaf.
İşlembe soup has a savory broth and tender, slightly chewy pieces of tripe, with a mild flavor that readily takes on seasoning. Garlic, vinegar, and chili add the tangy, sharp, or spicy notes many people associate with the dish.
No, İşlembe soup is primarily made with tripe, while kelle paça is traditionally made with parts of the head and feet. Both are Turkish offal soups and may be served with garlic and vinegar, but their main ingredients and textures differ.
Vinegar is served with İşlembe soup to add a sharp, acidic contrast to its rich, savory broth. It is commonly combined with garlic and added at the table, so each diner can season the soup to taste.
No, İşlembe soup cannot cure a hangover or remove alcohol from the body. A warm, savory bowl may feel comforting, but only time allows the body to process alcohol.
İşlembe soup generally keeps for 3–4 days in the refrigerator when cooled and stored promptly in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you need, making sure it is hot throughout.
Yes, İşlembe soup can be frozen in airtight, portion-sized containers once cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir well while reheating; a flour-thickened or egg-thickened broth may separate or change texture slightly.
İşlembe soup provides protein from tripe, but it is not a remedy or a complete meal by itself. Its overall nutritional value also depends on the broth, seasoning, and portion, so enjoy it as one part of a varied diet.
Vitamins
B12
2.75µg · 115% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
B5
1.25mg · 25% DV
Biotin
6.25µg · 21% DV
Minerals
Sodium
800mg · 35% DV
Zinc
2.75mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
163mg · 23% DV
Iron
3mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
225mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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İşlembe soup is a traditional Turkish tripe soup, usually made by simmering cleaned beef tripe until tender, then seasoning the broth with garlic, vinegar and spices. Some versions are lightly thickened or finished with an egg-and-lemon dressing. In Turkey, it is a familiar choice at soup shops, often enjoyed on cold days or late at night.
The broth is savoury, tangy and garlicky, with tender pieces of tripe. Diners commonly add vinegar, lemon or chilli to taste and have it with bread. It provides protein, with 6.5 g per 100 g, while remaining relatively low in carbohydrates. For a lighter meal, keep the bread portion modest and adjust the sharp seasonings to your liking.
High
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Medium
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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
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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
2g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.