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Mixed Head and Brain Soup Calories
Traditional offal soup rich in protein, vitamin B12, and choline
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 bottle (medium) of Mixed Head and Brain Soup (250 g) has 208 calories. That works out to 83 calories per 100 g. It contains 3 g of carbs, 25.3 g of protein, 10.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 13.5 µg of B12 covers 563% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Mixed Head and Brain Soup Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 250 g
208
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
3g
· 1% DV
Protein
25.3g
· 51% DV
Fat
10.5g
· 13% 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 6% · Protein 49% · Fat 45%
Mixed Head and Brain Soup nutrition facts table · 1 bottle (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 208 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.5 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 3.38 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 775 mg | 34% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% |
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 Bottle of Mixed Head and Brain Soup?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 208 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 125 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 208 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 300 g | 249 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 291 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 332 kcal |
Calculated from 83 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mixed Head and Brain Soup
What is Mixed Head and Brain Soup?
Mixed Head and Brain Soup is a traditional offal soup made with meat from an animal’s head, brain, and broth. Recipes vary, but garlic, lemon, vinegar, or spices may be served with it or added during cooking.
What is in Mixed Head and Brain Soup?
Mixed Head and Brain Soup typically contains head meat, brain, and the broth made by simmering the head. Depending on the cook or restaurant, it may also include garlic, lemon, vinegar, and seasoning; ask about the recipe if you need to avoid a particular ingredient.
How is Mixed Head and Brain Soup made?
To make Mixed Head and Brain Soup, cooks simmer the head until the meat is tender, remove and chop the meat, then add it and cooked brain to strained broth. The brain is usually handled separately or added later so it does not break up during prolonged cooking.
Does Mixed Head and Brain Soup taste strong?
Mixed Head and Brain Soup has a distinctive, savory offal flavor, though its intensity depends on how the ingredients are cleaned and cooked. Lemon, vinegar, or garlic can brighten the broth and balance its rich taste.
Is Mixed Head and Brain Soup the same as kelle paça?
No. Mixed Head and Brain Soup includes brain along with meat from the head, while kelle paça commonly features head and trotter ingredients. Recipes vary, so ask the restaurant whether its version contains brain or trotters.
How is Mixed Head and Brain Soup traditionally served?
Mixed Head and Brain Soup is served hot, often with lemon, garlic vinegar, or chili flakes on the side. These additions let diners adjust the tang and seasoning, and bread is a common accompaniment.
Can you make Mixed Head and Brain Soup without the brain?
Yes, you can make a head-meat version without brain, but it will no longer be the mixed head-and-brain preparation. Simmer the head meat until tender and use its strained broth; season with garlic, lemon, or vinegar if desired.
Can Mixed Head and Brain Soup be frozen?
Yes, Mixed Head and Brain Soup can be frozen in airtight, single-meal containers once cooled. Thaw a portion in the refrigerator and reheat it thoroughly; the texture of the brain and meat may be softer after freezing.
How long does Mixed Head and Brain Soup keep in the fridge?
Keep Mixed Head and Brain Soup covered in the refrigerator and eat it within a few days. Refrigerate it promptly rather than leaving it out, and reheat only the portion you plan to serve to avoid repeated cooling and warming.
Is Mixed Head and Brain Soup high in cholesterol?
It can be, because brain is a source of dietary cholesterol. The effect of dietary cholesterol on blood levels differs among individuals; if you have high cholesterol or follow a prescribed diet, ask your clinician or dietitian how often it fits your meals.
Mixed Head and Brain Soup Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
13.5µg · 563% DV
B5
1.8mg · 36% DV
B2
0.45mg · 35% DV
B3
5.25mg · 33% DV
Minerals
Selenium
40µg · 73% DV
Copper
0.4mg · 44% DV
Phosphorus
305mg · 44% DV
Zinc
3.75mg · 34% DV
Sodium
775mg · 34% DV
Potassium ⭐
420mg · 12% DV
Mixed Head and Brain Soup Glycemic Index
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Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mixed Head and Brain Soup
To burn the 208 calories in 1 bottle (medium) (250 g):
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What is Mixed Head and Brain Soup?
Mixed head and brain soup is a traditional Turkish offal soup made with cooked meat and brain from the head, served in a savoury broth. Recipes and consistency vary between home kitchens and specialist soup shops.
It is usually eaten hot, often with lemon, garlic or vinegar added at the table. The tender pieces and full-bodied broth make it a hearty dish; it provides 10.1 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter meal, keep bread on the side and pair a modest bowl with fresh herbs or a simple salad.
How Nutritious Is Mixed Head and Brain Soup?
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 Mixed Head and Brain Soup 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 Mixed Head and Brain Soup Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Mixed Head and Brain Soup Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Mixed Head and Brain Soup Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.38g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.3g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 5.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (5.3:1).
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