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Small, irregular cubes of meat with browned outer surfaces and darker edges are piled together on a plate, with a few lighter brown cut faces visible.
●Low GI
💪High Protein

Kusbali Meat Calories

Kusbali Meat: Beef or lamb cooked with honey and dried fruits, a traditional Ottoman dish.

In season: Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

210kcal

GI

45low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

320mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.2g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Kusbali Meat (180 g) has 378 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.4 g of carbs, 32.4 g of protein, 18 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 3.1 µg of B12 covers 128% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Kusbali Meat Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g

378

KCAL / 180G

Carbs

23.4g

· 9% DV

Protein

32.4g

· 65% DV

Fat

18g

· 23% 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 24% · Protein 34% · Fat 42%

Kusbali Meat nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories378 kcal
Total fat18 g23%
Saturated fat7.38 g37%
Trans fat0.09 g
Sodium432 mg19%
Total carbohydrate23.4 g9%
Fiber2.2 g8%
Protein32.4 g65%

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 1 Serving of Kusbali Meat?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)180 g378 kcal
1 piece (small)80 g168 kcal
100 g100 g210 kcal
1 serving (small)120 g252 kcal
1 piece (medium)140 g294 kcal
1 cup (medium)160 g336 kcal
1 piece (large)200 g420 kcal
1 cup (large)220 g462 kcal
1 serving (large)250 g525 kcal

Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Kusbali Meat

What is Kusbali Meat?

Kusbali Meat is a traditional Ottoman dish made with beef or lamb cooked with honey and dried fruit. Its defining feature is the contrast between savory meat and the fruit’s gentle sweetness.

How do you make Kusbali Meat at home?

To make Kusbali Meat, cook beef or lamb with honey and dried fruit until the meat is tender. For a practical home method, brown the meat first, then simmer it gently; add the fruit later so it keeps some texture.

What does Kusbali Meat taste like?

Kusbali Meat tastes savory, rich, and subtly sweet rather than like a dessert. Honey and dried fruit bring sweetness to the meat, so the finished dish has a distinctive sweet-and-savory balance.

Can you make Kusbali Meat with beef instead of lamb?

Yes, Kusbali Meat can be made with beef or lamb. Beef gives the dish a more restrained meat flavor, while lamb tastes richer; choose a cut suited to slow cooking so it becomes tender.

Why does Kusbali Meat contain honey?

Honey gives Kusbali Meat its characteristic hint of sweetness and complements the dried fruit. It is part of the dish’s sweet-and-savory profile, not a substitute for the meat’s savory flavor.

Which dried fruits work best in Kusbali Meat?

Dried apricots, prunes, and raisins can all work in Kusbali Meat. Choose fruit according to the flavor you want, and add it toward the end of cooking if you prefer the pieces to hold their shape.

Is Kusbali Meat served as a main dish or a dessert?

Kusbali Meat is a savory main dish, not a dessert. Although honey and dried fruit make it taste slightly sweet, it is served as meat and pairs well with simple sides such as rice or vegetables.

What should you serve with Kusbali Meat?

Serve Kusbali Meat with plain rice, bread, or vegetables that will not compete with its sweet, rich sauce. A fresh salad can add a crisp, tangy contrast to the meat and dried fruit.

Can you prepare Kusbali Meat ahead of time?

Yes, you can cook Kusbali Meat ahead and reheat it gently before serving. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator, and heat the dish thoroughly; adding a splash of water can help keep the sauce from becoming too thick.

How can you make Kusbali Meat less sweet?

To make Kusbali Meat less sweet, use less honey and choose a smaller amount of dried fruit. Keep the meat’s savory seasoning prominent, and serve the dish with plain rice or vegetables rather than another sweet accompaniment.

Kusbali Meat Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

3.06µg · 128% DV

B3

6.84mg · 43% DV

B6

0.43mg · 25% DV

B5

1.26mg · 25% DV

Minerals

Zinc

5.58mg · 51% DV

Phosphorus

306mg · 44% DV

Selenium

14µg · 25% DV

Iron

3.96mg · 22% DV

Sodium

432mg · 19% DV

Potassium ⭐

576mg · 17% DV

Kusbali Meat Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

45
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

10.8
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Kusbali Meat

To burn the 378 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):

🚶

94min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

39min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

51min

Cycling

🏊

44min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Kusbali Meat?

Kusbali Meat is an Ottoman-style dish of beef or lamb cooked with honey and dried fruit. Slow cooking makes the meat tender, while the fruit lends the sauce a sweet, gently tangy character. Recipes can vary in the choice of meat and fruit.

Serve it as a main course with rice, flatbread or a simple salad; its sweet-savoury richness needs little accompaniment. With 18 g of protein per 100 g, it is a substantial meat dish, though honey and dried fruit also contribute carbohydrates. For a lighter plate, use honey sparingly and pair a moderate serving with plenty of vegetables.

How Nutritious Is Kusbali Meat?

Nutrient density

Medium

54/ 100

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

52/ 100

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 Kusbali Meat Processed?

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.

Does Kusbali Meat Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Kusbali Meat 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

Kusbali Meat Fat Profile

SATURATED

7.38g

MONOUNSATURATED

7.74g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.26g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2.6:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.