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Tender, lean lamb cut, high in protein, iron, and B vitamins
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Küşleme meat (120 g) has 156 calories. That works out to 130 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 25.8 g of protein, 5.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 2.6 µg of B12 covers 110% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
156
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
25.8g
· 52% DV
Fat
5.4g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 68% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 156 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.4 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 2.16 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% |
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) | 120 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 104 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 260 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 240 g | 312 kcal |
Calculated from 130 calories per 100 g.
Küşleme meat is a small, exceptionally tender cut of lamb taken from beside the backbone. It is especially associated with Gaziantep cuisine and is commonly grilled simply so the delicate lamb flavor remains prominent.
Cook Küşleme meat quickly over high heat on a grill or in a hot skillet. Because the cut is lean and tender, prolonged cooking can make it dry; let it rest briefly before slicing and serving.
Küşleme meat is often described as lamb tenderloin, but butcher terminology and exact cut boundaries can vary. It comes from the lamb’s back near the spine, so ask the butcher to confirm the cut if you need a precise equivalent.
Küşleme meat is expensive because only a small amount comes from each lamb, while its tenderness makes it sought after. Its limited yield, rather than a special preparation process, is the main reason it can cost more than common lamb cuts.
No, a long marinade is not necessary for Küşleme meat because it is naturally tender. A little oil, salt, and pepper is enough; strong marinades can overpower its mild lamb flavor.
Grill Küşleme meat over strong, direct heat and turn it as needed rather than leaving it to cook slowly. Remove it once done to your preference, then rest it briefly so the juices settle before serving.
Küşleme meat is a small boneless cut from beside the spine, while lamb chops are cut from rib or loin sections and usually include bone. Their shape and cooking time differ, even though both can be grilled.
Serve Küşleme meat with grilled vegetables, a fresh salad, or flatbread. Simple sides work particularly well because they complement the lamb without masking the cut’s delicate flavor.
Yes, Küşleme meat can be frozen. Wrap it airtight in meal-sized portions, thaw it in the refrigerator before cooking, and avoid refreezing it after it has thawed.
Refrigerate cooked Küşleme meat in a covered container once it has cooled, and eat it within a few days. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, since repeated warming can dry out this lean cut.
Vitamins
B12
2.64µg · 110% DV
B3
7.8mg · 49% DV
B2
0.28mg · 22% DV
B5
0.84mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Zinc
5.04mg · 46% DV
Phosphorus
216mg · 31% DV
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Iron
2.52mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
396mg · 12% DV
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Küşleme meat is a prized, naturally tender cut from the lamb’s back, taken from beside the spine. It is closely associated with Gaziantep in southeastern Turkey, where the small, boneless fillet is often cooked simply so the flavour of the meat remains central.
It is commonly grilled and served as a kebab, with flatbread, charred peppers or tomatoes, and a fresh salad. The texture is delicate and tender, with a clean, savoury lamb flavour rather than the richness of fattier cuts. It is high in protein and contains no carbohydrates. For a lighter plate, grill it with little added fat and pair it with vegetables; avoid cooking it for too long, which can dry out the meat.
High
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 1
Unprocessed
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.48g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.