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A protein-rich meat dish braised until tender with milk.
CALORIES · 100 G
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Milk-Braised Meat Kavurma (180 g) has 432 calories. That works out to 240 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 46.8 g of protein, 24.3 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 4.1 µg of B12 covers 173% of the Daily Value. Under the NOVA system it is classified as "Minimally Processed".
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
432
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
2.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
46.8g
· 94% DV
Fat
24.3g
· 31% 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 45% · Fat 52%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 432 kcal | |
| Total fat | 24.3 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 9.36 g | 47% |
| Trans fat | 0.9 g | |
| Sodium | 117 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 46.8 g | 94% |
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) | 180 g | 432 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28.4 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 45 g | 108 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 528 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 600 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 720 kcal |
Calculated from 240 calories per 100 g.
Milk-braised meat kavurma is a Turkish-style meat dish in which pieces of meat are cooked until tender with milk. The milk gives the cooking juices a mild, creamy character, setting it apart from kavurma made mainly with the meat’s own fat and juices.
To make milk-braised meat kavurma, brown or cook the meat until it releases and reabsorbs its juices, then add milk and simmer gently until tender. Keep the heat low and stir occasionally so the milk reduces without scorching.
Beef chuck or lamb shoulder works well for milk-braised meat kavurma because these cuts become tender during slow cooking. Lean, quick-cooking cuts can turn dry before the milk has reduced and the dish has developed its soft texture.
Milk can contribute a softer texture and mellow flavor, but slow cooking is what makes the meat tender. Choose a suitable braising cut and cook it gently; adding milk does not instantly soften tough meat.
Milk-braised meat kavurma is often tough because the meat has not cooked long enough, the heat was too high, or the cut was too lean. Keep it covered over low heat and continue cooking until a piece yields easily to a fork.
Yes, you can make milk-braised meat kavurma in a pressure cooker. Cook the meat under pressure first, then add the milk and simmer uncovered; adding milk before pressure cooking can make the sauce more prone to scorching or separating.
Milk-braised meat kavurma includes milk in the cooking liquid, giving it a creamier, milder sauce. Regular kavurma is more often cooked in its own rendered fat and juices, so its flavor is more concentrated and meat-forward.
Serve milk-braised meat kavurma with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables to complement its creamy juices. A crisp salad or pickled vegetables add freshness and contrast, while bread is useful for soaking up the sauce.
Milk-braised meat kavurma keeps for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when stored promptly in a sealed container. Divide a large batch into shallow portions so it cools faster instead of leaving it in the cooking pot.
Yes, milk-braised meat kavurma can be frozen, though the milk sauce may look slightly separated after thawing. Freeze it in airtight portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat gently while stirring to bring the sauce back together.
Vitamins
B12
4.14µg · 173% DV
B3
10.8mg · 68% DV
B6
0.63mg · 37% DV
B5
1.44mg · 29% DV
Minerals
Zinc
9.36mg · 85% DV
Selenium
36µg · 65% DV
Phosphorus
378mg · 54% DV
Iron
4.32mg · 24% DV
Potassium ⭐
576mg · 17% DV
Sodium
117mg · 5% DV
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Milk-Braised Meat Kavurma combines pieces of meat with milk and cooks them slowly until tender. It draws on kavurma, a Turkish way of preparing meat; the milk softens the texture and adds a gentle creaminess without turning the dish into a strongly flavoured dairy sauce.
Serve it hot as a filling main, with rice, bread or a crisp salad. In Turkey it fits naturally into a home-cooked meal, while elsewhere it can be paired with familiar sides such as potatoes or vegetables. It is protein-rich, with 26 g of protein per 100 g, and also provides a substantial amount of fat. For a lighter plate, choose a leaner cut and add plenty of vegetables.
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
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
9.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.