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Classic Turkish baked dish with potatoes and minced meat.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Minced meat potato musakka (150 g) has 203 calories. That works out to 135 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.3 g of carbs, 10.8 g of protein, 9.3 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 44% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
203
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
20.3g
· 7% DV
Protein
10.8g
· 22% DV
Fat
9.3g
· 12% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 39% · Protein 21% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 203 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.3 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.15 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 315 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.3 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% |
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 piece (medium) | 150 g | 203 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 60 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 80 g | 108 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 130 g | 176 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 220 g | 297 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 405 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 300 g | 405 kcal |
Calculated from 135 calories per 100 g.
Minced meat potato musakka is a Turkish baked dish made with layers or slices of potato and seasoned minced meat, often with tomato and onion. It is different from Greek moussaka, which is commonly associated with eggplant and a creamy topping.
To make minced meat potato musakka, cook minced meat with onion and tomato, then layer it with sliced potatoes in a baking dish. Add a little liquid if your recipe calls for it, and bake until the potatoes are tender.
No. Minced meat potato musakka is a Turkish potato-and-minced-meat dish, while Greek moussaka is typically made with eggplant and often has a béchamel topping. Recipes vary, but the vegetables and finishing style are common points of difference.
No, you do not need to fry the potatoes for minced meat potato musakka. Sliced potatoes can go straight into the baking dish with the meat mixture; cut them evenly so they soften at about the same pace.
Serve minced meat potato musakka with plain yogurt or a crisp salad for a lighter meal. Rice or bread also works if you want a more filling plate, though the dish already contains potatoes and minced meat.
Yes, you can assemble minced meat potato musakka ahead and refrigerate it before baking. Keep it covered, then bake until the potatoes are tender and the center is thoroughly hot; allow extra time if it goes into the oven cold.
Yes, minced meat potato musakka can be frozen after it has cooled. Portion it into airtight containers to make thawing easier. The potatoes may become softer after freezing and reheating, but the dish remains convenient for a prepared meal.
Store leftover minced meat potato musakka covered in the refrigerator once it has cooled, rather than leaving it out for an extended time. Keep it in a sealed container and take out only the portion you plan to reheat.
Reheat minced meat potato musakka in a covered oven-safe dish or in a pan over low heat. A small splash of water helps keep it from drying out; heat until the middle is steaming hot before serving.
Yes, minced meat potato musakka can be made with raw potato slices. Slice them evenly and bake the dish until they are fully tender; thin slices and a covered dish help them cook through without frying first.
Vitamins
B12
1.05µg · 44% DV
B5
0.9mg · 18% DV
B3
2.55mg · 16% DV
B6
0.27mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
135mg · 19% DV
Selenium
9µg · 16% DV
Copper
0.14mg · 16% DV
Zinc
1.65mg · 15% DV
Potassium ⭐
480mg · 14% DV
Sodium
315mg · 14% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Minced meat potato musakka is a Turkish home-style oven dish made with sliced potatoes and a savoury mince mixture, commonly cooked with onion and tomato. The potatoes are arranged in a baking dish, with the meat mixture spread over them or tucked between layers; recipes vary from one household to another.
Served hot, it has tender potatoes beneath a juicy, deeply flavoured topping. In Turkey it is a familiar lunch or dinner, often accompanied by rice pilaf, yoghurt or a crisp salad. It brings protein and carbohydrates together in a filling main course. For a lighter version, bake rather than fry the potatoes and use a measured amount of oil; a fresh salad makes a good side. Outside Turkey, it also works well as an easy make-ahead family meal.
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 3
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
— 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
3.15g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.