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Traditional offal-based bread item
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kidney bed (140 g) has 347 calories. That works out to 248 calories per 100 g. It contains 34.4 g of carbs, 16.5 g of protein, 16.7 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 6.7 µg of B12 covers 280% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
347
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
34.4g
· 13% DV
Protein
16.5g
· 33% DV
Fat
16.7g
· 21% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 19% · Fat 42%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 347 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.7 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 4.76 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.11 g | |
| Sodium | 588 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 34.4 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 16.5 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 piece (medium) | 140 g | 347 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 55 g | 136 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 70 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 223 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 248 kcal |
| 2 slice (thick) | 110 g | 273 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 190 g | 471 kcal |
| 1 serving (jumbo) | 220 g | 546 kcal |
Calculated from 248 calories per 100 g.
Kidney bed is a traditional bread-based dish topped with or served alongside cooked kidney. The bread is part of the dish, while the exact bread and presentation can vary by cook or region.
Kidney bed is made by cleaning and cutting kidney, cooking it through, and serving it with bread. The kidney may be pan-cooked or grilled; avoid overcooking it, which can make the pieces tough.
Kidney bed is commonly made with lamb kidney, though some versions may use beef kidney. Lamb kidney is smaller and cooks quickly, so keep a close eye on it to prevent it from becoming tough.
Kidney bed has a savory, distinctive offal flavor, with bread adding a mild, filling contrast. Fresh, well-cleaned kidney tends to taste less strongly than kidney that has been stored poorly or cooked carelessly.
Kidney bed features kidney, while kokoreç is typically made from lamb intestines. Both are offal dishes, but they have different textures and flavors; bread is also a defining part of Kidney bed.
For Kidney bed, remove the kidney’s outer membrane and the firm white central parts, then rinse it under cold water and pat it dry. Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces thoroughly after handling raw kidney.
You can reduce strong smells in Kidney bed by trimming and rinsing fresh kidney before cooking. Keep it chilled until preparation, and cook it promptly rather than leaving it at room temperature.
Serve Kidney bed with a crisp salad, sliced onion, or pickles to balance its rich, savory flavor. A simple soup can make the meal more substantial without competing with the kidney.
Yes, you can freeze Kidney bed, but the bread may turn soft after thawing. For a better texture, freeze the cooked kidney separately from the bread, then thaw and reheat the kidney thoroughly before serving.
Reheat leftover Kidney bed until the kidney is steaming hot throughout. Warm the kidney and bread separately if possible, since heating them together can make the bread soggy; refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container.
Vitamins
B12
6.72µg · 280% DV
B2
0.59mg · 45% DV
B3
6.86mg · 43% DV
Biotin
9.8µg · 33% DV
Minerals
Selenium
31µg · 56% DV
Copper
0.39mg · 43% DV
Iron
5.74mg · 32% DV
Phosphorus
218mg · 31% DV
Sodium
588mg · 26% DV
Potassium ⭐
336mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Kidney bed is a traditional Turkish bread-based offal dish, pairing kidney with bread as its base or accompaniment. The name suggests a bed of bread beneath the kidney, though the exact preparation and presentation can vary from one cook or region to another.
It brings the kidney’s distinctive, savoury flavour together with bread’s soft, filling texture. It is generally served warm; onion, parsley or a cool yoghurt drink make fitting accompaniments. The dish provides carbohydrates as well as protein and fat, with 11.8 g of protein per 100 g. If you enjoy offal, it can make a satisfying main; a fresh salad alongside keeps the meal feeling lighter.
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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.76g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.38g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.