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Traditional buttery rice pilaf with chickpeas and lamb
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Konya wedding pilaf (250 g) has 468 calories. That works out to 187 calories per 100 g. It contains 63.8 g of carbs, 21.5 g of protein, 13.8 g of fat and 5.8 g of fiber. Its 1.4 µg of B12 covers 57% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 60 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
468
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
63.8g
· 23% DV
Protein
21.5g
· 43% DV
Fat
13.8g
· 18% DV
Fiber
5.8g
· 21% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 55% · Protein 18% · Fat 27%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 468 kcal | |
| Total fat | 13.8 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 5.63 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 588 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 63.8 g | 23% |
| Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% |
| Protein | 21.5 g | 43% |
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 serving (medium) | 250 g | 468 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 37 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 281 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 337 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 300 g | 561 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 655 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 450 g | 842 kcal |
| 1 piece (whole) | 1000 g | 1870 kcal |
Calculated from 187 calories per 100 g.
Konya wedding pilaf is made by cooking lamb and chickpeas, then letting rice absorb buttery cooking liquid until tender. Cook the rice gently and leave it covered to rest before serving so the grains stay separate.
Konya wedding pilaf combines rice, lamb, chickpeas, butter and cooking liquid, traditionally from the meat. Recipes vary in seasoning, but lamb and chickpeas are defining parts of this celebratory Turkish dish.
Konya wedding pilaf is a complete celebratory dish rather than plain rice pilaf: it is cooked with lamb and chickpeas and enriched with butter and meat cooking liquid. Its association with Konya wedding feasts is also central to its identity.
Traditional Konya wedding pilaf includes lamb, which is cooked and served with the rice and chickpeas. Meat-free versions can be made, but they are adaptations rather than the classic wedding-feast preparation.
A long-grain or other firm pilaf rice that cooks up separate works well for Konya wedding pilaf. Rinse it before cooking to remove excess surface starch, then avoid frequent stirring as it simmers.
Yes, Konya wedding pilaf is well suited to a crowd and is traditionally prepared in large quantities for celebrations. Scale the rice, lamb and chickpeas together, and use a wide, heavy pot so the rice cooks evenly.
Konya wedding pilaf is served hot as a substantial shared meal, with the lamb and chickpeas distributed alongside the rice. For a home meal, serve it from a large platter with yogurt or a fresh salad.
Yes, you can make a vegetarian adaptation of Konya wedding pilaf by leaving out the lamb and using vegetable stock or water. Keep the chickpeas and buttery rice, while noting that the result differs from the traditional meat-based dish.
Refrigerate leftover Konya wedding pilaf promptly in a covered container rather than leaving it out. Use it within a few days and reheat only the portion you plan to eat.
Yes, Konya wedding pilaf can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized containers once cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly; the rice may be slightly softer after freezing and thawing.
Vitamins
B12
1.38µg · 57% DV
B3
7mg · 44% DV
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
B1
0.3mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Selenium
26µg · 47% DV
Manganese
1.05mg · 46% DV
Copper
0.4mg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
298mg · 43% DV
Sodium
588mg · 26% DV
Potassium ⭐
418mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 468 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Konya wedding pilaf is a celebratory rice dish associated with wedding feasts in Konya, central Türkiye. Rice is cooked with chickpeas and lamb, often using the meat’s cooking liquid and butter for a rich, savoury finish. It is traditionally made in large batches for guests, though home cooks also prepare it for special gatherings.
The rice should be tender yet distinct, with hearty pieces of lamb and chickpeas throughout. Serve it as a substantial main course, perhaps with a crisp salad or a cooling yoghurt side. Rice supplies most of the carbohydrates, while lamb and chickpeas contribute protein. For a lighter plate, use a little less butter and balance the pilaf with vegetables.
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.