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Traditional Aegean dish made with lamb and Şevketi Bostan (Scolymus hispanicus).
In season: Winter · Spring
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Lamb with Şevketi Bostan (200 g) has 220 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 9 g of carbs, 16.4 g of protein, 12.4 g of fat and 4.2 g of fiber. Its 1.4 µg of B12 covers 58% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
220
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
9g
· 3% DV
Protein
16.4g
· 33% DV
Fat
12.4g
· 16% DV
Fiber
4.2g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 17% · Protein 31% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 220 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12.4 g | 16% |
| Saturated fat | 4.2 g | 21% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 340 mg | 15% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% |
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% |
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) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 400 g | 440 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Lamb with Şevketi Bostan is a traditional Aegean dish of lamb cooked with Şevketi Bostan, an edible wild thistle. The plant’s cleaned tender stems and root are cooked until soft, often with a lemony finish.
In Lamb with Şevketi Bostan, the plant has a mild, earthy, slightly herbal flavor that pairs well with lamb. Lemon, used in many versions, adds brightness, while the cooked stems and root become tender.
Lamb with Şevketi Bostan is made by cooking lamb until tender, then adding cleaned and chopped Şevketi Bostan to soften in the same pot. Many recipes finish the dish with lemon juice or an egg-and-lemon sauce.
For Lamb with Şevketi Bostan, remove the plant’s tough, thorny outer leaves and trim away hard parts, keeping the tender stems and root. Wear gloves if needed, then rinse carefully to remove soil before chopping and cooking.
No. Şevketi Bostan in Lamb with Şevketi Bostan is Scolymus hispanicus, an edible thistle, not a globe artichoke. The plants are related in the broader thistle family, but they have different shapes, textures, and culinary uses.
Sometimes. Lamb with Şevketi Bostan is made with different regional recipes: some use an egg-and-lemon sauce, while others add lemon without egg. If using a sauce, temper it with warm cooking liquid before stirring it into the pot.
Lamb with Şevketi Bostan is associated with Turkey’s Aegean cuisine, where the wild plant is traditionally gathered and cooked. It is a home-style seasonal dish rather than a recipe with one fixed ingredient list.
Serve Lamb with Şevketi Bostan with rice, crusty bread, or a simple salad. These sides complement the lamb and the dish’s lemony, herbal flavor without competing with the distinctive taste of the thistle.
Yes, Lamb with Şevketi Bostan can be frozen in airtight portions once cooled. The Şevketi Bostan may become softer after thawing, so freeze it for convenience rather than expecting exactly the same texture as freshly cooked.
Yes, Lamb with Şevketi Bostan can make a filling main course because it combines lamb with a substantial cooked vegetable. Pairing it with a modest side such as salad keeps the meal balanced without masking the dish’s flavor.
Vitamins
B12
1.4µg · 58% DV
B3
4.2mg · 26% DV
Vitamin K
28µg · 23% DV
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
190mg · 27% DV
Zinc
2.4mg · 22% DV
Copper
0.16mg · 18% DV
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
Sodium
340mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
420mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Lamb with Şevketi Bostan is a traditional dish from Turkey’s Aegean region, made by slowly cooking lamb with the edible shoots and roots of a wild thistle, Scolymus hispanicus. The plant has a gently earthy, slightly bitter flavour, while the lamb turns tender; lemon is often used to add a bright, tangy note.
In its home region, it is served as a main course, especially when the plant is in season, with bread or rice to take up the cooking juices. The lamb makes it a substantial source of protein, while the greens add some fibre. For a lighter meal, pair it with a crisp salad rather than a large serving of rice.
High
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Medium
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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
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2. Minimally Processed
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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
4.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.6g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.