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Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen Calories
Protein-rich Turkish egg dish with minced meat and tomatoes
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen (200 g) has 242 calories. That works out to 121 calories per 100 g. It contains 6.4 g of carbs, 18.8 g of protein, 15.6 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 1.9 µg of B12 covers 79% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 24 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
242
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
6.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
18.8g
· 38% DV
Fat
15.6g
· 20% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 11% · Protein 31% · Fat 58%
Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 242 kcal | |
| Total fat | 15.6 g | 20% |
| Saturated fat | 5.1 g | 26% |
| Trans fat | 0.16 g | |
| Sodium | 420 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% |
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 Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 242 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 109 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 121 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 270 g | 327 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 363 kcal |
Calculated from 121 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen
What is Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen?
Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen is a Turkish pan-cooked dish of eggs, tomatoes, and browned minced meat. The eggs are cooked gently into the tomato mixture, and the dish is commonly eaten hot with bread.
How is Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen different from shakshuka?
Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen usually has eggs stirred into the tomato and minced-meat mixture, while shakshuka more often cooks eggs whole in wells in a spiced tomato sauce. Recipes vary, but the egg texture is a useful distinction.
What type of minced meat works best in Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen?
Beef mince works well in Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen because it browns readily and pairs naturally with tomato and eggs. Lamb mince is another option for a richer, more pronounced flavor; cook either meat fully before adding the eggs.
Can you make Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen with canned tomatoes?
Yes, canned tomatoes work in Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen. Simmer them with the browned meat until the excess liquid reduces before adding the eggs, since canned tomatoes can make the finished dish wetter than fresh ones.
How do you keep the eggs soft in Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen?
Keep the heat low and stir the eggs gently into Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen, taking the pan off the heat while they are still slightly glossy. The residual heat will finish cooking them without making them rubbery.
Is Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen eaten for breakfast?
Yes, Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen can be served for a Turkish-style breakfast, often with bread and other breakfast foods. Its meat and eggs also make it substantial enough for lunch or dinner.
What should you serve with Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen?
Serve Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen with crusty bread, flatbread, or pita to scoop up the eggs and tomato. A simple cucumber-and-herb salad makes a fresh side, especially when the menemen is served as a main meal.
Can Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen be made ahead?
You can brown the minced meat and cook the tomato base for Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen ahead of time, then add the eggs just before serving. Cooking the eggs in advance can leave them firm and less pleasant when reheated.
Can you freeze Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen?
Freezing Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen is not ideal because cooked eggs can turn watery or grainy after thawing. For better texture, freeze only the cooked meat-and-tomato base and add freshly cooked eggs when you serve it.
Can Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen be spicy?
Yes, Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen can be made spicy with chili flakes or fresh hot pepper. Add the pepper while browning the meat so its flavor spreads through the dish, and adjust the amount to suit your heat preference.
Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
1.9µg · 79% DV
Biotin
14.4µg · 48% DV
B2
0.44mg · 34% DV
B3
5.2mg · 33% DV
Minerals
Selenium
36µg · 65% DV
Phosphorus
252mg · 36% DV
Zinc
2.7mg · 25% DV
Iodine
34µg · 23% DV
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
436mg · 13% DV
Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen
To burn the 242 calories in 1 serving (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen?
Minced meat and tomato menemen is a heartier take on menemen, a Turkish pan-cooked egg dish. Eggs are gently cooked with tomatoes and minced meat; green peppers and sometimes onion are common additions, though recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen. The eggs are often left soft rather than cooked until firm.
In Turkey, it is served hot for breakfast or as an easy meal later in the day, with bread for scooping up the tomato-rich mixture. It is a protein-rich choice, providing 9.4 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter plate, use a measured amount of oil and add extra tomatoes or peppers; a crisp salad also pairs well.
How Nutritious Is Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen?
Nutrient density
High
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 Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen 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 Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen 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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Minced Meat and Tomato Menemen Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.1g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.