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Menemen with drained oil Calories

Traditional egg and vegetable dish with excess oil drained

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

96kcal

GI

25low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

205mg

FIBER · 100 G

1.2g

Quick answer

1 serving (medium) of Menemen with drained oil (180 g) has 173 calories. That works out to 96 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.1 g of carbs, 9.7 g of protein, 10.4 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 20.7 µg of Selenium covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Menemen with drained oil Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g

173

KCAL / 180G

Carbs

8.1g

· 3% DV

Protein

9.7g

· 19% DV

Fat

10.4g

· 13% DV

Fiber

2.2g

· 8% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 20% · Protein 24% · Fat 56%

Menemen with drained oil nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (180 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories173 kcal
Total fat10.4 g13%
Saturated fat2.43 g12%
Trans fat0.04 g
Sodium333 mg14%
Total carbohydrate8.1 g3%
Fiber2.2 g8%
Protein9.7 g19%

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 Menemen with drained oil?

ServingAmountCalories
1 serving (medium)180 g173 kcal
2 tablespoon (small)30 g29 kcal
100 g100 g96 kcal
½ cup (half)110 g106 kcal
1 serving (small)150 g144 kcal
1 cup (medium)220 g211 kcal
1 serving (large)280 g269 kcal
2 serving (double)360 g346 kcal
1 pack (large)400 g384 kcal

Calculated from 96 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Menemen with drained oil

What goes into Menemen with drained oil?

Menemen with drained oil is made with eggs, tomatoes, green peppers, and seasoning; some cooks also add onion. The oil is drained after cooking, so it is not a separate ingredient or a different variety of pepper or egg.

How do you make Menemen with drained oil?

Cook chopped peppers and tomatoes in a pan until the tomatoes soften, then add the eggs and cook to your preferred consistency. For Menemen with drained oil, spoon or pour off the excess oil once the vegetables and eggs are cooked.

Where does Menemen with drained oil come from?

Menemen with drained oil is a version of menemen, a Turkish egg-and-tomato dish named after the town of Menemen in İzmir Province. It is commonly prepared at home and served as a simple breakfast or meal.

How is Menemen with drained oil different from shakshuka?

Menemen with drained oil is usually cooked by stirring eggs into the tomato-and-pepper mixture, while shakshuka often cooks whole eggs nestled in a spiced tomato sauce. Recipes vary, but the egg texture and seasoning commonly distinguish the dishes.

How do you keep Menemen with drained oil from turning watery?

To keep Menemen with drained oil from turning watery, cook the tomatoes until their liquid has mostly evaporated before adding the eggs. Leave the pan uncovered, especially when using very ripe or juicy tomatoes.

Should the eggs be scrambled in Menemen with drained oil?

They can be, but Menemen with drained oil does not have to be fully scrambled. Stir the eggs into the vegetables for an even, soft mixture, or fold them gently if you prefer larger pieces of cooked egg.

What should you serve with Menemen with drained oil?

Menemen with drained oil is often served with crusty bread or flatbread to scoop up the tomato and egg mixture. A Turkish breakfast spread might also include olives, cheese, sliced vegetables, and tea.

Can you make Menemen with drained oil without onions?

Yes, Menemen with drained oil can be made without onions; onion is a matter of regional and household preference. If you do use it, cook it until softened before adding the peppers and tomatoes.

How long does leftover Menemen with drained oil keep?

Store leftover Menemen with drained oil in a covered container in the refrigerator and eat it promptly, rather than leaving it at room temperature. Reheat it thoroughly in a pan; the eggs may become firmer than when freshly cooked.

Is Menemen with drained oil eaten for breakfast?

Yes, Menemen with drained oil is commonly eaten for breakfast in Turkey, often alongside bread and other breakfast foods. It also works as a quick lunch or dinner, so it is not limited to the morning meal.

Menemen with drained oil Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin C

31.5mg · 35% DV

B12

0.76µg · 32% DV

Biotin

9.18µg · 31% DV

B2

0.4mg · 31% DV

Minerals

Selenium

21µg · 38% DV

Phosphorus

176mg · 25% DV

Iodine

36µg · 24% DV

Sodium

333mg · 14% DV

Potassium ⭐

369mg · 11% DV

Menemen with drained oil Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

25
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

1.8
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Menemen with drained oil

To burn the 173 calories in 1 serving (medium) (180 g):

🚶

43min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

18min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

24min

Cycling

🏊

20min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Menemen with drained oil?

Menemen with drained oil is a Turkish pan-cooked dish of eggs, tomatoes and peppers, with excess cooking oil drained before serving. The tomatoes soften into a juicy base while the eggs set gently, making it an easy dish to scoop up with bread.

In Turkey, menemen is especially familiar at breakfast, often served with fresh bread and tea, though it also works as a simple lunch or supper. It provides some protein from the eggs, alongside vegetables and a modest amount of fibre; draining the oil keeps it lighter than a generously oiled version. Add a crisp salad or herbs on the side, or serve it with less bread for a lighter meal.

How Nutritious Is Menemen with drained oil?

Nutrient density

High

63/ 100

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

45/ 100

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 Menemen with drained oil 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 Menemen with drained oil Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Menemen with drained oil Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Menemen with drained oil Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.43g

MONOUNSATURATED

4.95g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.94g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 11.9:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (11.9:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.