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Protein-rich, grilled, traditional Turkish meatball
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatball (40 g) has 100 calories. That works out to 250 calories per 100 g. It contains 2 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
100
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
2g
· 1% DV
Protein
6.8g
· 14% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 8% · Protein 27% · Fat 65%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.88 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 240 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% |
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) | 40 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 30 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 60 g | 150 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 250 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 300 kcal |
| 5 piece (medium) | 200 g | 500 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 500 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 750 kcal |
| 10 piece (large) | 400 g | 1000 kcal |
Calculated from 250 calories per 100 g.
A Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatball is a Turkish-style minced-meat patty served by the Köfteci Yusuf restaurant chain. It is grilled and cooked in its own fat, rather than being a breaded or deep-fried meatball.
A Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatball is made from minced meat, but the chain’s exact meat blend and seasoning recipe are not publicly specified here. Avoid assuming a particular cut or meat ratio unless the restaurant confirms it.
A Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatball is grilled and cooks in its own fat. That gives it a browned exterior without requiring deep-frying; at home, cook it through while avoiding prolonged high heat, which can make minced-meat patties dry.
A Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatball is often served with Turkish sides such as piyaz, salad, bread, or grilled vegetables. Ayran is another familiar pairing. Choose salad or vegetables if you want the meal to feel less heavy.
A Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatball can turn dry if it is overcooked or reheated for too long. Minced meat loses moisture with extended heat, so use moderate heat and stop cooking as soon as the centre is thoroughly heated.
Yes, you can freeze cooked Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatballs. Let them cool, seal them in a freezer-safe container, and thaw them in the refrigerator before reheating until hot throughout.
Keep leftover Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatballs covered in the refrigerator rather than leaving them out for an extended period. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and discard leftovers that have an unusual smell or texture.
Yes, reheat a Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatball gently in a covered pan with a small splash of water. Turn it occasionally and heat it through; prolonged high heat or repeated reheating can make the meatball tough.
No, a Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatball should be cooked through, not served pink in the centre. Bacteria can be mixed throughout minced meat during preparation, so browning only the outside does not make an undercooked meatball safe.
You can make Turkish-style grilled meatballs at home, but the exact Köfteci Yusuf recipe is not publicly established here. Shape seasoned minced meat into small patties and grill until cooked through; avoid presenting a home recipe as the chain’s official formula.
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B3
1.4mg · 9% DV
B5
0.28mg · 6% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Zinc
1.28mg · 12% DV
Sodium
240mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
64mg · 9% DV
Selenium
3.2µg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
104mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Köfteci Yusuf grilled meatball is the Turkish-style köfte served at the Köfteci Yusuf restaurant chain: seasoned minced meat shaped into patties and cooked on a grill. It has a browned exterior and a tender, juicy centre, with a savoury, gently spiced flavour.
In Turkey, it is commonly served hot with piyaz, bread, grilled peppers and tomatoes, or ayran. It makes a filling, protein-forward main; each 100 g provides 17 g of protein. For a lighter plate, pair it with salad or piyaz and go easy on the bread and fried sides.
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.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.44g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.