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Traditional Turkish pan-fried meatballs made with rice
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kadın budu meatballs with rice (90 g) has 223 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.3 g of carbs, 13.3 g of protein, 13.9 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 1.5 µg of B12 covers 64% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
223
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
11.3g
· 4% DV
Protein
13.3g
· 27% DV
Fat
13.9g
· 18% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 24% · Fat 56%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 223 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.9 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 4.59 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.25 g | |
| Sodium | 288 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% |
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) | 90 g | 223 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 112 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 149 kcal |
| ½ serving (half) | 75 g | 186 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 322 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 372 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 180 g | 446 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 220 g | 546 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 270 g | 670 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Kadın budu meatballs with rice are Turkish meatballs made with ground meat and cooked rice, shaped into patties, coated, and usually pan-fried. Many traditional versions use both cooked and raw minced meat in the mixture.
Kadın budu meatballs with rice get their name from their plump, oval shape, traditionally said to resemble a woman’s thigh. The name refers to their appearance, not to a special cut of meat.
To make Kadın budu meatballs with rice, combine cooked rice with minced meat, onion, and seasonings, then shape the mixture into patties. Coat each one in flour and beaten egg before pan-frying until cooked through and browned.
Kadın budu meatballs with rice usually fall apart when the mixture is too wet or the patties are handled before they have firmed up. Drain the rice well, chill the shaped patties, and turn them gently while frying.
Yes, the rice in Kadın budu meatballs with rice is normally cooked before it is mixed into the meat. Cooling and draining it first helps the mixture hold its shape and prevents excess moisture from weakening the patties.
Kadın budu meatballs with rice contain cooked rice and are commonly coated in flour and egg before frying. Regular Turkish köfte usually relies on seasoned minced meat and may be grilled, baked, or pan-fried without that coating.
Yes, you can bake Kadın budu meatballs with rice, although pan-frying is the traditional method. Arrange the coated patties on a lined tray and lightly oil them; they may have a less crisp exterior than fried ones.
Kadın budu meatballs with rice pair well with a fresh salad, yogurt, or roasted vegetables. Since the meatballs already contain rice, those sides make a balanced meal without adding another rice dish.
To keep the coating on Kadın budu meatballs with rice, make sure the patties are chilled and their surfaces are not wet. Coat them in flour first, dip them in beaten egg, and place them gently into hot oil.
Store leftover Kadın budu meatballs with rice in a covered container in the refrigerator once they have cooled, rather than leaving them out for an extended period. Reheat them until hot throughout, and keep uncooked mixture separate from cooked leftovers.
Vitamins
B12
1.53µg · 64% DV
B3
3.78mg · 24% DV
B6
0.28mg · 16% DV
Biotin
3.6µg · 12% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Zinc
2.79mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
149mg · 21% DV
Sodium
288mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
230mg · 7% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kadın budu meatballs with rice are a Turkish home-style dish made by mixing minced meat with cooked rice, onion and seasonings, then shaping the mixture into oval patties. They’re coated before being pan-fried, giving them a browned exterior and a soft, tender centre. Recipes vary between households, but the rice is what makes these meatballs distinctive.
They’re usually served hot as a main course, often with salad, pickles or a cool yoghurt side. The meat contributes protein, while the rice adds carbohydrates; a 100 g portion provides 14.8 g of protein. For a lighter plate, pair them with plenty of salad and use less oil when cooking.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.59g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.67g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.