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Traditional covered-braised meat and potato dish with protein
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Meat and Potato Kapama (250 g) has 363 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 25.5 g of carbs, 28.8 g of protein, 17 g of fat and 3.5 g of fiber. Its 2.6 µg of B12 covers 109% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
363
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
25.5g
· 9% DV
Protein
28.8g
· 58% DV
Fat
17g
· 22% DV
Fiber
3.5g
· 13% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 28% · Protein 31% · Fat 41%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 363 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 5.38 g | 27% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 513 mg | 22% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25.5 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 3.5 g | 13% |
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% |
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 | 363 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 319 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 508 kcal |
| 1 pack (large) | 400 g | 580 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 725 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Meat and potato kapama is a covered, slow-cooked dish of meat and potatoes, usually prepared with seasonings and often onion. The name refers to the covered cooking style; recipes vary by household and may use a pot on the stove or an oven-safe dish.
To make meat and potato kapama, brown the meat, add seasonings and a little liquid, then cook it covered until it begins to soften. Add the potatoes and continue cooking gently until both are tender, keeping the lid on to retain steam.
Beef or lamb both work well in meat and potato kapama. Choose a cut suited to slow cooking, since a little time at low heat helps it become tender and lets the meat flavor the potatoes.
Meat and potato kapama is cooked covered so steam stays in the pot and the ingredients braise gently. This helps the meat soften without needing a large amount of liquid and keeps the potatoes from drying out.
Add the potatoes to meat and potato kapama after the meat has had a head start cooking. Potatoes cook faster than many braising cuts, so adding them later helps prevent them from breaking apart before the meat is tender.
Yes, meat and potato kapama can be cooked in the oven in a covered, oven-safe pot or casserole. Keep the dish covered while it braises, and check that there is enough liquid to prevent the ingredients from drying out.
Cook meat and potato kapama slowly over low heat with the lid on to help keep the meat tender. Avoid rushing it at a high temperature, and add a little hot water if the cooking liquid gets too low.
Meat and potato kapama pairs well with a crisp salad, pickles, or yogurt on the side. Since potatoes are already part of the dish, bread or rice is optional rather than necessary.
Store leftover meat and potato kapama in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Reheat only the portion you need until it is steaming hot; the potatoes may soften more after storage.
Yes, meat and potato kapama can be frozen in airtight, portion-sized containers. The meat freezes well, but the potatoes may become softer or grainier after thawing; defrost it in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly.
Vitamins
B12
2.63µg · 110% DV
B3
7.75mg · 48% DV
B6
0.73mg · 43% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Selenium
31µg · 56% DV
Zinc
5.88mg · 53% DV
Phosphorus
320mg · 46% DV
Copper
0.3mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
775mg · 23% DV
Sodium
513mg · 22% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Meat and Potato Kapama is a Turkish-style covered braise of meat and potatoes, cooked together slowly with a little liquid until tender. Kapama refers to this covered-cooking approach, and home versions vary with the cut of meat and the seasonings used.
The meat becomes soft and savoury, while the potatoes absorb the cooking juices and help make the dish substantial. It is usually served hot as a main course, often with rice or bread and a fresh salad. With 11.5 g of protein per 100 g, it offers a useful source of protein alongside the potatoes’ carbohydrates. For a lighter plate, keep added oil modest and serve it with plenty of vegetables.
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.
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
5.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.55g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.