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High-protein thigh meat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Ismail thigh has 209 calories. It contains 0 g of carbs, 26 g of protein, 10.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 24 µg of Selenium covers 44% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
209
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
26g
· 52% DV
Fat
10.9g
· 14% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 51% · Fat 49%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 209 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.9 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 2.9 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 82 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 26 g | 52% |
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) | 100 g | 209 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 25 g | 52 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 50 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 146 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 209 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 140 g | 293 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 314 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 180 g | 376 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 460 kcal |
Calculated from 209 calories per 100 g.
Pat Ismail thigh meat dry, then brown it in a hot pan with a little oil before finishing it by roasting or simmering. Drying the surface helps it brown instead of steam; cook it through using guidance for the animal it comes from.
Often, yes: a thigh cut with bone or connective tissue may take longer than a thin, lean cut. Ismail thigh’s animal and exact cut are not specified, so use doneness guidance for the particular meat rather than relying on a fixed time.
It is safer and easier to cook Ismail thigh meat after thawing it in the refrigerator, because it cooks more evenly. Cooking from frozen is only suitable when the recipe and appliance instructions account for the extra cooking time and safe doneness.
Use a food thermometer in the thickest part, avoiding bone, and compare the reading with the safe temperature for the animal Ismail thigh comes from. The animal is not identified here, so color alone is not a reliable doneness test.
Garlic, black pepper, paprika, thyme, and lemon work well with Ismail thigh meat. For a Turkish-style seasoning, you can also use pul biber and cumin; add acidic ingredients in moderation so they do not overpower the meat.
No, not necessarily. Leaving the bone in can help the piece hold its shape, while boning it makes portioning and quick pan cooking easier. If you remove it, keep the knife controlled and cook the meat evenly around the cut.
Yes, Ismail thigh meat can be grilled, provided the pieces are not charred outside while remaining undercooked inside. Use moderate heat for thicker pieces and check doneness in the thickest section, away from any bone.
Refrigerate cooked Ismail thigh meat promptly in a covered container, separate from raw meat. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat and make sure it is hot throughout; discard leftovers that have been left unrefrigerated for too long.
Yes, if the piece has skin, you can eat it once it is properly cooked. Leaving it on while cooking can help protect the meat from drying; remove it after cooking if you prefer a less fatty serving.
Ismail thigh meat can become tough if it is overcooked, cut against the grain, or cooked too quickly while thick or bone-in. Rest it briefly after cooking, then slice across the visible muscle fibres for a more tender bite.
Vitamins
B3
6.8mg · 43% DV
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
B5
1.1mg · 22% DV
Biotin
5µg · 17% DV
Minerals
Selenium
24µg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
210mg · 30% DV
Zinc
2.4mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
260mg · 8% DV
Sodium
82mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Ismail thigh refers to a cut of meat from the thigh; the name provided does not specify the animal, so it is best not to assume one. Thigh meat may be cooked on or off the bone, and is commonly roasted, grilled or braised until tender.
Its flavour and texture vary with the animal, trimming and cooking method: slow cooking keeps it tender, while grilling gives the outside a browned finish. Serve it as a main course with vegetables, salad or a grain-based side. It is a protein-forward choice; the supplied figures list 26 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, trim visible fat and pair it with plenty of vegetables.
High
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.9g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.