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Stuffed meat flatbread/pastry, energy-dense, provides protein
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Meat hychin (180 g) has 515 calories. That works out to 286 calories per 100 g. It contains 51.1 g of carbs, 20.2 g of protein, 25.4 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 32.4 µg of Selenium covers 59% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 180 g
515
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
51.1g
· 19% DV
Protein
20.2g
· 40% DV
Fat
25.4g
· 33% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 16% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 515 kcal | |
| Total fat | 25.4 g | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 8.28 g | 41% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 648 mg | 28% |
| Total carbohydrate | 51.1 g | 19% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% |
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 piece (medium) | 180 g | 515 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 45 g | 129 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 90 g | 257 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 286 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 515 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 260 g | 744 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 360 g | 1030 kcal |
Calculated from 286 calories per 100 g.
Meat hychin is a stuffed flatbread associated with the Karachay-Balkar cuisines of the North Caucasus. A meat filling is enclosed in dough, rolled into a round, and cooked on a hot pan, often with butter added before serving.
Meat hychin is typically filled with seasoned meat and cooked as a relatively thin, enclosed flatbread. Khachapuri is a Georgian bread centered on cheese, with regional shapes that may leave the filling exposed; the dishes differ in both filling and culinary tradition.
Ground beef or lamb works well in meat hychin, and some home cooks combine the two. The meat is commonly mixed with onion and seasoning; finely ground, not-too-wet filling is easier to seal inside the dough.
Meat hychin dough is commonly made by mixing flour with water or a fermented dairy ingredient and salt, then kneading until soft. Resting the dough makes it easier to roll thinly; recipes vary, and many traditional versions do not use yeast.
Meat hychin filling usually leaks when the dough is overfilled, the edges are not sealed firmly, or the dough tears while rolling. Use a moderate amount of fairly dry filling, pinch the seam closed, and roll gently from the center outward.
Meat hychin is traditionally cooked on a hot pan or griddle, which gives the flatbread browned spots without requiring deep-frying. An oven-baked version is possible, but the crust and texture will differ from the pan-cooked style.
Meat hychin is often served hot with butter, yogurt, or a tangy dairy drink such as ayran. A fresh salad or broth-based soup can balance the rich stuffed bread and turn it into a fuller meal.
Yes, meat hychin freezes well after cooking. Let each piece cool, separate pieces with parchment, and seal them in a freezer-safe container; thaw in the refrigerator and reheat in a pan for a better texture than microwaving.
Reheat meat hychin in a covered pan over low heat, turning it once so the filling warms through without the bread becoming too hard. A few drops of water in the pan can create gentle steam; uncover briefly at the end to refresh the surface.
Yes, meat hychin can be adapted with a vegetable filling, though it will no longer be the meat-filled version. Cook watery vegetables first and drain them well, so excess moisture does not make the dough soggy or cause the sealed edges to open.
Vitamins
B12
1.26µg · 53% DV
B3
5.22mg · 33% DV
Biotin
9µg · 30% DV
B6
0.34mg · 20% DV
Minerals
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
230mg · 33% DV
Zinc
3.24mg · 29% DV
Sodium
648mg · 28% DV
Potassium ⭐
333mg · 10% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Meat hychin is a stuffed flatbread associated with the Karachay-Balkar cuisine of the North Caucasus. A thin dough is filled with minced meat, often seasoned with onion, then rolled out and cooked on a hot pan; it may be brushed with butter while still warm.
It is usually served hot as a hearty meal or snack, and goes well with ayran or another tangy drink. Outside the region, it can be found in Caucasian restaurants and home cooking. The meat adds protein, while the dough and cooking fat make it an energy-dense choice: it provides 286 calories per 100 g. Pair a piece with a fresh salad, or use less butter, for a lighter plate.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
8.28g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.72g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.