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Meat with cemen Calories
High-protein spiced meat dish
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Meat with cemen (180 g) has 441 calories. That works out to 245 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.8 g of carbs, 36.9 g of protein, 29.2 g of fat and 2 g of fiber. Its 3.4 µg of B12 covers 143% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Meat with cemen Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
441
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
6.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
36.9g
· 74% DV
Fat
29.2g
· 37% DV
Fiber
2g
· 7% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 6% · Protein 34% · Fat 60%
Meat with cemen nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 441 kcal | |
| Total fat | 29.2 g | 37% |
| Saturated fat | 10.62 g | 53% |
| Trans fat | 0.32 g | |
| Sodium | 756 mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% |
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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How Many Calories in 1 Serving of Meat with cemen?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 441 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 20 g | 49 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 40 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 221 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 245 kcal |
| 150 g | 150 g | 368 kcal |
| 1 cup (diced) | 210 g | 515 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 260 g | 637 kcal |
| 300 g | 300 g | 735 kcal |
Calculated from 245 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Meat with cemen
What is meat with cemen?
Meat with cemen is a Turkish dish in which meat is cooked or served with cemen, a strongly flavored paste commonly made with fenugreek, garlic and red pepper. Recipes vary, so the meat, consistency and heat level can differ from one cook to another.
How do you make meat with cemen?
Meat with cemen is made by cooking the meat until tender, then stirring in the cemen mixture so its spices flavor the dish. Add the paste toward the end and cook gently; frying it too hard can make the garlic and spices taste bitter.
Is meat with cemen the same as pastirma?
No, meat with cemen is not pastirma. Pastirma is cured, air-dried meat coated with a fenugreek-based paste, while meat with cemen is a cooked dish. The two share a distinctive seasoning, but their preparation and texture are different.
Where does meat with cemen come from?
Meat with cemen is associated with Turkish regional cooking, particularly the Kayseri area, where cemen is also familiar as a coating for pastirma. There is no single fixed recipe, and local and family versions may use different meats or spice blends.
What meat is best for meat with cemen?
Beef and lamb both work well in meat with cemen. Beef gives a milder, firmer result, while lamb has a richer flavor; choose cuts suited to slow cooking if you want tender pieces that take up the cemen seasoning.
What does cemen taste like in meat with cemen?
Cemen gives meat with cemen a savory, pungent flavor with earthy fenugreek, garlic and pepper notes. Its intensity depends on the blend, so add it gradually if you are trying the dish for the first time or prefer a milder spice level.
How spicy is meat with cemen?
Meat with cemen can be mild or quite spicy, depending on the red pepper used in the cemen paste. To keep it mild, use sweet paprika and add the paste a little at a time; extra heat is easy to add at the table.
What do you serve with meat with cemen?
Meat with cemen pairs well with rice, bulgur or bread, plus yogurt or a fresh salad to balance its strong seasoning. Since the dish can already be salty and rich, a simple side is often a better match than more cured meat.
Can you make meat with cemen ahead of time?
Yes, you can make meat with cemen ahead and refrigerate it in a covered container once it has cooled. Reheat it thoroughly before serving; warming it gently helps keep the meat tender and prevents the cemen from scorching.
Can meat with cemen upset your stomach?
It can, particularly if you are sensitive to spicy or rich foods. The garlic, pepper and fat may trigger heartburn or indigestion in some people, so try a smaller portion and avoid pairing it with other strongly seasoned dishes if those foods bother you.
Meat with cemen Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
3.42µg · 143% DV
B3
9.72mg · 61% DV
B6
0.68mg · 40% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
Minerals
Zinc
7.38mg · 67% DV
Selenium
32µg · 58% DV
Phosphorus
369mg · 53% DV
Sodium
756mg · 33% DV
Potassium ⭐
567mg · 17% DV
Meat with cemen Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Meat with cemen
To burn the 441 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):
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What is Meat with cemen?
Meat with cemen is a Turkish-style spiced meat dish, made by cooking meat with çemen, a pungent paste associated with central Anatolian cooking and especially Kayseri. Made with ingredients such as fenugreek, garlic and red pepper, çemen is also familiar as the coating on pastırma. It gives the meat a savoury, garlicky flavour with a gently earthy, sometimes spicy edge.
Serve it hot with bread or rice, or as part of a shared meal with yoghurt and a crisp salad to balance its richness. It is a protein-rich dish, with 20.5 g of protein per 100 g, and is also fairly substantial. A smaller portion alongside plenty of vegetables makes for a lighter plate.
How Nutritious Is Meat with cemen?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Meat with cemen Processed?
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.
Does Meat with cemen Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Meat with cemen Good For?
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
Meat with cemen Fat Profile
SATURATED
10.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
12.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.62g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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