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Hearty traditional stew with protein, fiber, and iron
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Lamb Tail Chickpea Stew (250 g) has 463 calories. That works out to 185 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.5 g of carbs, 22 g of protein, 23.5 g of fat and 11.3 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of Copper covers 78% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 33 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
463
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
40.5g
· 15% DV
Protein
22g
· 44% DV
Fat
23.5g
· 30% DV
Fiber
11.3g
· 40% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 19% · Fat 46%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 463 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.5 g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 8.63 g | 43% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 725 mg | 32% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% |
| Protein | 22 g | 44% |
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 | 463 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 185 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 333 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 300 g | 555 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 555 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 648 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 400 g | 740 kcal |
| 1 bottle (extra large) | 450 g | 833 kcal |
Calculated from 185 calories per 100 g.
Lamb tail chickpea stew is a hearty stew made with chickpeas and lamb tail, often simmered with onion, tomato paste, and seasonings. The long, gentle cooking softens the meat and lets its rich flavor infuse the chickpeas and broth.
To make lamb tail chickpea stew, brown the lamb tail with onion, stir in tomato paste and seasonings, then add soaked chickpeas and water. Simmer gently until both the chickpeas and meat are tender, adding hot water if needed.
Lamb tail chickpea stew uses meat from the lamb’s tail, a fatty cut with a distinctive, rich flavor. It is not the same as adding an ordinary lean lamb chop; ask a butcher to cut the tail into pieces suitable for stewing.
Yes, if you are using dried chickpeas, soaking them before making lamb tail chickpea stew helps them cook more evenly and reduces the time needed on the stove. Drain and rinse the soaking water before adding the chickpeas to the pot.
Yes, canned chickpeas work in lamb tail chickpea stew, but add them after the lamb has had time to become tender. Since they are already cooked, adding them near the end keeps them from breaking down during the long simmer.
Cook lamb tail chickpea stew gently for long enough that the tail meat becomes tender; a rapid boil can leave it tough. Keep the pot covered and add hot water if the liquid reduces before the meat and chickpeas are done.
Lamb tail chickpea stew is associated with Turkish home cooking, where chickpeas are commonly simmered with meat for a filling pot meal. Recipes vary by household, especially in the seasonings and the amount of tomato paste used.
Serve lamb tail chickpea stew with rice or bulgur pilaf, a crisp salad, or pickles. Bread is also useful for soaking up the flavorful broth, making the stew a satisfying main dish without needing elaborate sides.
Lamb tail chickpea stew keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when promptly cooled and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, making sure it is steaming hot throughout.
Yes, lamb tail chickpea stew freezes well. Let it cool, portion it into airtight containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating. The chickpeas may soften slightly after freezing, but the stew remains suitable for a convenient meal.
Vitamins
B12
1.8µg · 75% DV
Folate
170µg · 43% DV
B3
5.25mg · 33% DV
B6
0.55mg · 32% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.7mg · 78% DV
Manganese
1.2mg · 52% DV
Phosphorus
320mg · 46% DV
Selenium
21µg · 38% DV
Sodium
725mg · 32% DV
Potassium ⭐
775mg · 23% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Lamb Tail Chickpea Stew is a traditional Turkish home-style dish in which chickpeas are slowly cooked with lamb tail. As the chickpeas soften, the tail enriches the broth with a deep meaty flavour and a pleasantly full, slightly gelatinous texture.
It is often served as a hearty main meal, especially in cooler weather, with rice, bread or a fresh salad. Chickpeas bring fibre and plant protein, while the lamb adds protein and iron. For a lighter serving, skim off some of the fat from the surface and pair the stew with salad rather than a generous portion of rice.
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 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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8.63g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.93g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.