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High in protein and fiber, source of iron and zinc, traditional dish
In season: Spring · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Mung beans with lamb (180 g) has 261 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 24.8 g of carbs, 20.2 g of protein, 9.4 g of fat and 7.4 g of fiber. Its 1.3 µg of B12 covers 53% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 180 g
261
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
24.8g
· 9% DV
Protein
20.2g
· 40% DV
Fat
9.4g
· 12% DV
Fiber
7.4g
· 26% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 31% · Fat 32%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 261 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.4 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 3.78 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 86 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 7.4 g | 26% |
| Protein | 20.2 g | 40% |
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) | 180 g | 261 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 90 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 200 g | 290 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 363 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 300 g | 435 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 350 g | 508 kcal |
| 2 serving (double) | 360 g | 522 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Mung beans with lamb is made by simmering lamb pieces and mung beans with onion, tomato paste, and liquid until tender. Brown the lamb first, add the aromatics, then cook with the beans; add water as needed to keep the stew from drying out.
No, soaking is not essential for mung beans with lamb, but it can help the beans cook more evenly and reduce cooking time. If you skip soaking, check that the beans are tender before serving and add extra liquid if the stew thickens too much.
Lamb shoulder works well in mung beans with lamb because it becomes tender during slow cooking and adds flavor to the stew. Leaner leg meat is another option; cut it into even pieces so it cooks consistently with the beans.
No, mung beans with lamb is a meat-and-bean stew, while dal usually refers to a South Asian dish made from split pulses. Recipes vary, but this dish keeps the lamb as a central ingredient rather than treating the pulses as the whole meal.
Mung beans with lamb tastes savory and hearty, with mild, earthy beans and rich lamb. Onion and tomato-based seasoning are common in home-style versions, while herbs or spices can shift the flavor without changing the dish’s basic character.
Rice, bulgur, or bread all pair well with mung beans with lamb because they soak up its savory cooking liquid. A crisp salad or plain yogurt adds a fresh contrast and makes a balanced accompaniment.
Yes, mung beans with lamb can be made in a slow cooker. For better flavor, brown the lamb and soften the onion first, then add the beans and liquid; check the beans near the end so they stay intact rather than turning mushy.
Store leftover mung beans with lamb in a covered container in the refrigerator once it has cooled. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, heating it thoroughly; stir in a little water if the beans have thickened the sauce.
Yes, mung beans with lamb freezes well in sealed, meal-size portions. The beans may soften after thawing, so warm the stew gently and stir carefully; add a little liquid if the consistency has become too thick.
Yes, mung beans with lamb can be a nourishing, filling meal because it combines protein-rich lamb and beans with fiber from the beans. To keep it lighter, trim visible fat from the lamb and use salt and added oil sparingly.
Vitamins
B12
1.26µg · 53% DV
Folate
99µg · 25% DV
B3
3.24mg · 20% DV
B1
0.23mg · 19% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.31mg · 34% DV
Phosphorus
198mg · 28% DV
Zinc
3.06mg · 28% DV
Iron
3.78mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
576mg · 17% DV
Sodium
86mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Mung beans with lamb is a homestyle stew of small mung beans cooked until tender with pieces of lamb, usually with onion and simple seasonings. The beans take on the savoury cooking juices, giving the dish a thick, hearty consistency. It is a familiar kind of bean-and-meat preparation in Turkish home cooking.
Serve it hot as a main meal, with rice, flatbread or a fresh salad; a spoonful of yoghurt also makes a pleasing contrast. For a lighter plate, keep the added oil modest and pair it with plenty of vegetables. The beans and lamb make this a filling source of protein and fibre, well suited to a substantial lunch or dinner.
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.
High
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
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.52g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.63g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.