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Traditional dish with protein and complex carbohydrates
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Minced meat with keşkek (250 g) has 420 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 35.5 g of carbs, 22.3 g of protein, 20.3 g of fat and 4.3 g of fiber. Its 2.1 µg of B12 covers 89% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 250 g
420
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
35.5g
· 13% DV
Protein
22.3g
· 45% DV
Fat
20.3g
· 26% DV
Fiber
4.3g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 34% · Protein 22% · Fat 44%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 420 kcal | |
| Total fat | 20.3 g | 26% |
| Saturated fat | 7.25 g | 36% |
| Trans fat | 0.45 g | |
| Sodium | 700 mg | 30% |
| Total carbohydrate | 35.5 g | 13% |
| Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% |
| Protein | 22.3 g | 45% |
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) | 250 g | 420 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (shredded) | 20 g | 34 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 150 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 300 g | 504 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 588 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Minced meat with keşkek is a Turkish-style dish combining minced meat with keşkek, a soft, hearty preparation traditionally made from cracked or hulled wheat. The meat may be mixed into the wheat or served on top, depending on the recipe.
Keşkek in minced meat with keşkek is traditionally made from wheat, often hulled or cracked wheat cooked until very soft. It is stirred or beaten to create a thick, cohesive texture before being combined with or topped with seasoned minced meat.
No, minced meat with keşkek is a variation or serving style built around keşkek, rather than simply another name for it. Traditional keşkek is a slow-cooked wheat dish, often made with meat; this version specifically features minced meat.
Cook the wheat until very soft and thick, then prepare the minced meat separately with onion and seasonings if desired. Stir the meat into the keşkek or spoon it over the top; separate cooking makes it easier to control both textures.
Yes, lamb works well in minced meat with keşkek and gives it a richer, more pronounced flavor. Beef is another common choice; whichever you use, brown the mince thoroughly and drain excess fat if you want a less greasy dish.
Keşkek becomes thick because wheat releases starch as it cooks and is stirred or beaten until the grains soften and bind together. If the dish stiffens after standing, loosen it gradually with hot water while reheating.
Serve minced meat with keşkek with a crisp salad, pickles, or plain yogurt to balance its rich, soft texture. Since the dish is filling, a simple vegetable side is usually enough rather than another heavy grain dish.
Yes, you can make minced meat with keşkek ahead and refrigerate it once it has cooled. The wheat thickens as it rests, so reheat it gently with a little water and stir well before serving.
Yes, minced meat with keşkek can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized portions. Its wheat texture may become softer after thawing, so defrost it in the refrigerator and reheat gently with a splash of water to restore a spoonable consistency.
To keep minced meat with keşkek from becoming overly mushy, cook the wheat until tender but avoid beating it more than needed for the texture you want. Cook the mince separately and fold it in near the end, or serve it on top.
Vitamins
B12
2.13µg · 89% DV
B3
6.5mg · 41% DV
B6
0.45mg · 26% DV
Biotin
5.25µg · 18% DV
Minerals
Selenium
25µg · 45% DV
Zinc
4.75mg · 43% DV
Phosphorus
270mg · 39% DV
Sodium
700mg · 30% DV
Potassium ⭐
440mg · 13% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Minced meat with keşkek brings together browned minced meat and keşkek, a slow-cooked Turkish dish of cracked wheat, traditionally cooked until soft and creamy, often with meat. Keşkek is associated with home cooking and communal meals, including celebrations in parts of Anatolia.
The wheat becomes tender and hearty, while the minced meat adds a savoury, richer finish; some versions are topped with butter spiced with red pepper. It is usually served as a substantial main course, with yoghurt or pickles alongside. The dish combines grain-based carbohydrates with protein, though its richness varies with the meat and added fat. For a lighter version, use leaner mince and go easy on the butter.
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
— 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
7.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 13.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (13.1:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.