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Rich in protein and iron, classic savory filling for many dishes
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Minced meat and onion mixture has 180 calories. It contains 4.2 g of carbs, 14.5 g of protein, 11.5 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 1.6 µg of B12 covers 67% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
180
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.2g
· 2% DV
Protein
14.5g
· 29% DV
Fat
11.5g
· 15% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 9% · Protein 33% · Fat 58%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.5 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 4.5 g | 23% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 48 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.2 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% |
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) | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 25 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 216 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 324 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 200 g | 360 kcal |
Calculated from 180 calories per 100 g.
A minced meat and onion mixture is made by cooking finely chopped onion and ground meat together in a pan. Break up the meat as it cooks, let excess liquid evaporate, then season with salt, pepper, and spices suited to the dish.
A minced meat and onion mixture can go into pastry either cooked or raw, depending on the recipe. Cooking it first is common for many pies and pastries; some pide-style breads bake raw filling with the dough. Raw filling needs enough oven time to cook through.
A minced meat and onion mixture works as a filling for savory pies, pastries, pide, stuffed vegetables, and dumplings. It can also top flatbreads or be layered into baked dishes. Whether to cook it first depends on how long the finished dish bakes.
A minced meat and onion mixture turns watery when the onions release liquid, the pan is overcrowded, or the meat has not cooked long enough for moisture to evaporate. Use a wide, hot pan and let the filling cool before adding it to dough.
Salt and black pepper are a simple base for a minced meat and onion mixture; cumin, paprika, chili, and fresh parsley are also common choices. Match the seasoning to the filling, and never taste the mixture while it still contains raw meat.
Keep a raw minced meat and onion mixture refrigerated for 1–2 days, or use cooked leftovers within 3–4 days. Store it covered and promptly chilled; keep it separate from ready-to-eat foods, and wash utensils that touched the raw mixture.
Yes, a minced meat and onion mixture freezes well, whether raw or cooked. Freeze it in airtight, meal-sized portions and thaw it in the refrigerator. Do not refreeze raw mixture after thawing, and reheat cooked filling until it is hot throughout.
Cooking the onions briefly before adding the mince softens them and brings out their flavor. You can also brown the mince first and add the onions afterward; either way, cook the filling until excess moisture has evaporated without letting the meat dry out.
Beef, lamb, or a blend of the two can be used for a minced meat and onion mixture. Beef has a milder flavor, while lamb is richer; the meat’s fat level affects how moist the filling turns out.
To keep a minced meat and onion mixture moist, avoid overcooking it and choose mince that is not extremely lean. Let the filling cool before using it, but drain excess liquid so it does not make pastry or dough soggy.
Vitamins
B12
1.6µg · 67% DV
B3
3.5mg · 22% DV
B2
0.17mg · 13% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Zinc
2.7mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
140mg · 20% DV
Selenium
9.5µg · 17% DV
Iron
2.1mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
260mg · 8% DV
Sodium
48mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Minced meat and onion mixture is a savoury filling made by combining ground meat with chopped onion. In Turkish cooking, the two are commonly cooked together and seasoned with spices such as black pepper, chilli or cumin. It is used in fillings for pide, börek and gözleme, as well as in stuffed vegetables; similar mixtures are also familiar in many other cuisines.
The cooked filling is tender and moist, with the onion turning sweet and mellow alongside the savoury meat. Serve it tucked into flatbread or pastry, or use it to fill peppers and courgettes. It is a protein- and iron-rich component of a meal. For a lighter filling, choose lean mince and use only a little added oil.
High
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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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.