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Traditional dough-based dish with meat
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Meat Ağcebek (250 g) has 535 calories. That works out to 214 calories per 100 g. It contains 52 g of carbs, 26 g of protein, 24 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 1.8 µg of B12 covers 73% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
535
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
52g
· 19% DV
Protein
26g
· 52% DV
Fat
24g
· 31% DV
Fiber
4.3g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 20% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 535 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 7.75 g | 39% |
| Trans fat | 0.3 g | |
| Sodium | 650 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 52 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% |
| Protein | 26 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 serving (medium) | 250 g | 535 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 193 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 214 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 300 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 200 g | 428 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 471 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 599 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 749 kcal |
Calculated from 214 calories per 100 g.
Meat Ağcebek is a traditional dish combining dough and meat. Its name may refer to different local or family versions, so the dough shape, meat preparation, and cooking method are not necessarily identical everywhere.
Meat Ağcebek is best described as a dough-based meat dish, rather than assuming it is always a soup or a baked pastry. The way it is shaped and cooked can vary between recipes.
The best choice for Meat Ağcebek is the meat specified by your recipe; versions may use minced meat or small pieces. Prepare it so it distributes evenly through the dough and cooks thoroughly.
Meat Ağcebek recipes can differ in how they combine the dough and meat, and there is no single preparation method to assume for every version. Follow the local recipe you are using for shaping and assembly.
Meat Ağcebek is cooked using the method in its particular regional or family recipe. Because the dish is not defined by one widely standardized method, avoid substituting a baking or boiling time from another dough dish.
The dough in Meat Ağcebek should be cooked through and tender, though its final texture depends on how the recipe shapes and cooks it. Check a piece from the center before serving to make sure it is not raw.
Serve Meat Ağcebek with plain yogurt, a cooling yogurt drink, or a fresh salad. These simple sides complement a filling combination of dough and meat without making the meal feel overly heavy.
Yes, you can prepare Meat Ağcebek ahead, but refrigerate it once it has cooled rather than leaving it out. Reheat it thoroughly before serving; the dough may soften during storage.
Reheat Meat Ağcebek gently in a covered pan with a small splash of water, or covered in the microwave. Check that it is hot all the way through, since the dough can dry out if overheated.
Yes, cooked Meat Ağcebek can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized portions. Its dough may change texture after thawing, so defrost it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly before eating.
Vitamins
B12
1.75µg · 73% DV
B3
6mg · 38% DV
Biotin
7.5µg · 25% DV
B6
0.4mg · 24% DV
Minerals
Selenium
30µg · 55% DV
Phosphorus
295mg · 42% DV
Zinc
4.5mg · 41% DV
Sodium
650mg · 28% DV
Potassium ⭐
420mg · 12% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 535 calories in 1 serving (medium) (250 g):
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Meat Ağcebek is a traditional Turkish dough-based dish made with meat, though the dough’s shape and cooking method can vary between local recipes. The dough gives it a soft, substantial bite, while the meat brings a savoury flavour. It is usually served hot as a main course, with yogurt or ayran and a fresh salad alongside. For a lighter plate at home, pair it with vegetables rather than adding another starchy side.
Its nutritional character reflects both parts: the dough contributes carbohydrates, while the meat adds protein and fat. With 10.4 g of protein per 100 g, it is better suited to a filling meal than a small snack.
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
7.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 26.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (26.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.