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Protein-rich meat dish
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Meat Halaması (150 g) has 327 calories. That works out to 218 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.7 g of carbs, 40.7 g of protein, 17.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.5 µg of B12 covers 144% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
327
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
2.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
40.7g
· 81% DV
Fat
17.1g
· 22% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 3% · Protein 50% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 327 kcal | |
| Total fat | 17.1 g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 6.75 g | 34% |
| Trans fat | 0.15 g | |
| Sodium | 102 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 40.7 g | 81% |
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) | 150 g | 327 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 75 g | 164 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 180 g | 392 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 436 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 250 g | 545 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 300 g | 654 kcal |
Calculated from 218 calories per 100 g.
Meat Halaması is a Turkish meat dish cooked until the meat is tender. Recipes can differ by household and region, so the name may refer to preparations with different seasonings or amounts of cooking liquid.
Meat Halaması is made by cooking meat with water and seasonings until tender. Keep the pot covered and simmer gently; cutting the meat into evenly sized pieces helps it cook at a similar rate.
Beef or lamb can be used for Meat Halaması. Cuts suited to slow cooking become tender with time, while bone-in pieces can add a deeper flavor to the cooking liquid.
Meat Halaması belongs to Turkish regional home cooking, but its name alone does not establish one specific place of origin. Local and family recipes may differ in both preparation and seasoning.
Meat Halaması is often tough because the meat has not cooked long enough to soften, or it has been cooked too quickly over high heat. A covered pot and a gentle simmer help tenderize it.
Yes, Meat Halaması can be cooked in a pressure cooker. It reduces cooking time, but use the amount of liquid and release method specified for your cooker, and wait until the pressure is safely released before opening it.
Serve Meat Halaması with rice, vegetables, or a fresh salad. If the dish has flavorful cooking liquid, bread can be served alongside to soak it up.
Yes, Meat Halaması can be made ahead and refrigerated once it has cooled. Its flavor often holds up well overnight; reheat it thoroughly, adding a little water if the cooking liquid has thickened.
Cooked Meat Halaması generally keeps for three to four days in a refrigerator at 40°F (4°C) or colder. Refrigerate it within two hours of cooking in a shallow, covered container.
Yes, Meat Halaması freezes well. Cool it, divide it into airtight portions, and freeze; thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat until steaming hot throughout before serving.
Vitamins
B12
3.45µg · 144% DV
B3
8.7mg · 54% DV
B6
0.52mg · 31% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Selenium
44µg · 80% DV
Zinc
7.65mg · 70% DV
Phosphorus
315mg · 45% DV
Iron
4.2mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
495mg · 15% DV
Sodium
102mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Meat Halaması is a hearty regional Turkish dish that brings meat together with pieces of dough, cooked and served hot. Recipes can vary from one household or locality to another, so the balance of meat and dough—and the way the dish is seasoned—may differ.
The tender meat and soft, filling dough make it a substantial main meal, particularly welcome in colder weather. In Turkey it may be served with pickles or a fresh salad; adding plenty of greens is an easy way to balance the plate. It is protein-rich, with 27.1 g of protein per 100 g, and suits a filling meal. If you prefer a lighter serving, keep the portion of dough modest and pair it with vegetables.
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
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.