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Small deep-fried meat bites, usually made with beef or lamb, a Turkish snack specialty.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
5 piece (medium) of Lokma meat (75 g) has 221 calories. That works out to 295 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.7 g of carbs, 13.1 g of protein, 15.1 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 1.3 µg of B12 covers 53% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 50 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 5 piece (medium) · 75 g
221
KCAL / 75G
Carbs
7.7g
· 3% DV
Protein
13.1g
· 26% DV
Fat
15.1g
· 19% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 24% · Fat 62%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 221 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.1 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 5.32 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 308 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 13.1 g | 26% |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 piece (medium) | 75 g | 221 kcal |
| 3 piece (small) | 45 g | 133 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 295 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 295 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 120 g | 354 kcal |
| 10 piece (jumbo) | 150 g | 443 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 200 g | 590 kcal |
Calculated from 295 calories per 100 g.
Lokma meat is a Turkish savory snack made from small pieces of beef or lamb that are deep-fried. Despite the name, it is not the sweet, syrup-soaked dough known as lokma.
Lokma meat is generally described as bite-sized meat pieces, often beef or lamb, rather than a formed minced-meat patty. Recipes can vary, so check the preparation method if you are ordering it.
Lokma meat tastes savory and meaty, with a browned exterior from deep-frying. Its exact flavor depends on the cut and seasoning; lamb tends to taste more pronounced than beef.
For crisp Lokma meat, pat the pieces dry and fry them in hot oil in small batches. Crowding the pan lowers the oil temperature and can leave the coating or surface soft and greasy.
Tender cuts of beef or lamb that can be cut into small pieces work well for Lokma meat. Choose pieces suited to quick cooking; tougher cuts may need a different preparation to avoid a chewy result.
Lokma meat can be seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, or with spices such as cumin, paprika, or oregano. There is no single fixed blend, so seasoning varies between recipes.
Lokma meat is often served with fresh salad, grilled vegetables, or a dipping sauce. Flatbread and pickles also make practical accompaniments to its savory, fried flavor.
Yes, you can cook Lokma meat in an air fryer, though the texture may differ from deep-frying. Arrange the pieces in a single layer and turn them during cooking so they brown more evenly.
Yes, cooked Lokma meat can be frozen in a sealed, freezer-safe container once it has cooled. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; the pieces may be less crisp after freezing.
Reheat Lokma meat in an oven or air fryer rather than a microwave to help its outside crisp up. Spread the pieces out instead of stacking them, and heat until they are thoroughly hot.
Vitamins
B12
1.27µg · 53% DV
B3
3.08mg · 19% DV
B5
0.64mg · 13% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Zinc
2.78mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
126mg · 18% DV
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
Sodium
308mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
195mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Lokma meat is a Turkish-style savoury bite: small pieces of beef or lamb are seasoned and deep-fried, rather than made from the dough used for sweet lokma. It is usually served hot as a snack or shared at the table, sometimes alongside greens or a squeeze of lemon. The outside is crisp while the centre stays tender, with the flavour depending on the meat and seasoning. Its rich, savoury character makes it a natural match for a fresh salad or a cooling drink. It provides protein, but frying also makes it relatively high in fat; a modest portion with vegetables makes for a lighter serving.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.07g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.9g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.