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Kayseri Meatballs Calories
Traditional Turkish meatballs made with beef, spices, onion, and breadcrumbs.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
5 piece (medium) of Kayseri Meatballs (120 g) has 252 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.6 g of carbs, 19.8 g of protein, 13.8 g of fat and 1.4 g of fiber. Its 1.3 µg of B12 covers 55% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Kayseri Meatballs Nutrition Facts
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 120 g
252
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
12.6g
· 5% DV
Protein
19.8g
· 40% DV
Fat
13.8g
· 18% DV
Fiber
1.4g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 31% · Fat 49%
Kayseri Meatballs nutrition facts table · 5 piece (medium) (120 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 252 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.8 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 5.04 g | 25% |
| Trans fat | 0.1 g | |
| Sodium | 492 mg | 21% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Protein | 19.8 g | 40% |
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 5 Pieces of Kayseri Meatballs?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 53 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 70 g | 147 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 315 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 190 g | 399 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 240 g | 504 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 525 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kayseri Meatballs
What are Kayseri meatballs made of?
Kayseri meatballs are small balls of seasoned ground beef, commonly mixed with onion and breadcrumbs. Many versions cook them in a tomato-based sauce with potatoes, though household recipes vary in their seasonings and exact ingredients.
How are Kayseri meatballs traditionally cooked?
Kayseri meatballs are shaped into small rounds and simmered in a tomato sauce, often alongside potato pieces. Browning the meatballs first can add flavor, while finishing them gently in the sauce helps keep them tender.
Why are Kayseri meatballs so small and round?
Kayseri meatballs are typically shaped small and round so they cook evenly in the sauce and can be served with the accompanying potatoes. Keeping them close in size also helps them finish cooking at the same time.
Do Kayseri meatballs have to include potatoes?
No, potatoes are not essential to Kayseri meatballs, but they are a common accompaniment cooked in the same tomato sauce. You can leave them out or serve them separately without changing the basic seasoned-meatball preparation.
How are Kayseri meatballs different from İzmir köfte?
Kayseri meatballs are usually small and round, simmered in tomato sauce, often with potatoes. İzmir köfte more often uses elongated meatballs baked with potato and sometimes peppers, so the shape and cooking style distinguish the dishes.
What should I serve with Kayseri meatballs?
Serve Kayseri meatballs with rice, bulgur, or crusty bread to enjoy the tomato sauce. A simple salad or plain yogurt makes a fresh side, especially when the dish already includes potatoes.
Can I make Kayseri meatballs with lamb instead of beef?
Yes, you can make Kayseri meatballs with ground lamb, although the flavor will be richer than the usual beef version. Choose meat that is not excessively fatty, and cook the small meatballs gently in the sauce.
How do I keep Kayseri meatballs from falling apart?
Mix the Kayseri meatball ingredients thoroughly and let the shaped balls rest briefly in the refrigerator before cooking. Handle them gently when browning or adding them to the sauce, especially before their surfaces have firmed up.
Can Kayseri meatballs be baked instead of simmered on the stove?
Yes, Kayseri meatballs can be baked in a dish with tomato sauce and potatoes. Covering the dish for most of the cooking helps prevent the meatballs from drying out; uncover it near the end to thicken the sauce.
How should I store leftover Kayseri meatballs?
Refrigerate leftover Kayseri meatballs in a covered container once they have cooled. Reheat them thoroughly with their sauce on the stove; add a little water if the sauce has thickened too much.
Kayseri Meatballs Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.32µg · 55% DV
B3
3.72mg · 23% DV
Biotin
5.4µg · 18% DV
B5
0.84mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Zinc
3.24mg · 29% DV
Phosphorus
204mg · 29% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Sodium
492mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
324mg · 10% DV
Kayseri Meatballs Glycemic Index
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GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Kayseri Meatballs
To burn the 252 calories in 5 piece (medium) (120 g):
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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 Kayseri Meatballs?
Kayseri Meatballs are a home-style dish from Kayseri in central Turkey: small meatballs made with minced beef, onion, spices and breadcrumbs, cooked with potatoes in a tomato-based sauce. The browned meatballs and chunky potatoes make it a substantial one-pot meal, with the sauce bringing a mellow tang and plenty of savoury flavour.
The meatballs are tender inside, while the potatoes soak up the sauce. In Turkey they are commonly served for lunch or dinner with rice, bulgur or bread, often alongside yoghurt or a fresh salad. They provide a good amount of protein, as well as fat from the meat and cooking. For a lighter meal, serve a smaller portion with a generous salad and use less oil in the sauce.
How Nutritious Is Kayseri Meatballs?
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 Kayseri Meatballs 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 Kayseri Meatballs Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Kayseri Meatballs Good For?
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
Kayseri Meatballs Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.76g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.32g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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