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A hearty bulgur pilaf with mushrooms and peppers; nutrition varies with the amount of oil and salt used.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers (200 g) has 276 calories. That works out to 138 calories per 100 g. It contains 46.8 g of carbs, 7.6 g of protein, 7.4 g of fat and 8.6 g of fiber. Its 0.8 mg of Manganese covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
276
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
46.8g
· 17% DV
Protein
7.6g
· 15% DV
Fat
7.4g
· 9% DV
Fiber
8.6g
· 31% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 11% · Fat 23%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 276 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.4 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 520 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 46.8 g | 17% |
| Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% |
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% |
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 cup (medium) | 200 g | 276 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 21 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 138 kcal |
| ½ cup (small) | 100 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 207 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 276 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 414 kcal |
Calculated from 138 calories per 100 g.
Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers is a Turkish bulgur pilaf made with mushrooms and peppers, commonly cooked with onion and tomato paste. It is a vegetable-rich variation of meyhane pilaf, a savory bulgur dish rather than a rice pilaf.
Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers is made by sautéing onion, mushrooms, and peppers, then stirring in tomato paste and bulgur. Add hot water and cook covered over low heat until the bulgur is tender; let it rest before serving.
Coarse pilaf bulgur is the usual choice for Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers. Its larger grains hold their shape among the vegetables. Fine bulgur cooks much faster, so it needs less liquid and a shorter cooking time.
Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers takes its name from meyhane pilaf, a Turkish style of savory bulgur pilaf traditionally associated with meyhane taverns. The name describes the dish, not a requirement that it be cooked or served in a tavern.
Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers goes well with cacık, plain yogurt, or a crisp salad. Grilled vegetables or kebabs make the meal more substantial, while a simple salad is a good match because the pilaf already includes mushrooms and peppers.
Yes, sauté the mushrooms before adding bulgur to Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers. Let their released liquid cook off first; this concentrates their flavor and helps keep the finished pilaf from turning watery.
Yes, red bell peppers work in Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers. They give the pilaf a sweeter flavor and brighter color than green peppers. You can also combine both, or add a little hot pepper if you want some heat.
To keep Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers from getting mushy, cook off the mushrooms’ excess liquid and avoid adding too much water. Simmer the bulgur covered over low heat, then let the pilaf rest off the heat before fluffing it.
Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when cooled and stored in a covered container. Refrigerate leftovers promptly, and reheat them until steaming hot throughout before serving.
Yes, you can freeze Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers after it has cooled. Portion it into airtight containers, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat thoroughly. The mushrooms may be softer after thawing, but the pilaf remains convenient for a later meal.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
24mg · 27% DV
Vitamin K
30µg · 25% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.8mg · 35% DV
Sodium
520mg · 23% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Phosphorus
150mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
360mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Meyhane Pilaf with Mushrooms and Peppers is a Turkish bulgur pilaf, cooked with mushrooms and peppers and often flavoured with onion and tomato paste. It takes its name from the meyhane table, where hearty, vegetable-studded pilafs are served alongside other dishes. The bulgur stays pleasantly grainy while the mushrooms soften and add savoury depth.
Serve it warm as a side or as a simple main with salad, pickles or yoghurt; it also works well as part of a shared spread. Bulgur gives the dish fibre and makes it more filling than a plain rice pilaf, while the overall richness depends on how much oil goes into the pan. For a lighter version, use less oil and let the vegetables provide the flavour.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.