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Traditional stuffed sheep intestine, rice, spices
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Mymbar dolması (80 g) has 168 calories. That works out to 210 calories per 100 g. It contains 14.4 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 8.8 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 40% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
168
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
14.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
6.8g
· 14% DV
Fat
8.8g
· 11% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 17% · Fat 48%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8.8 g | 11% |
| Saturated fat | 3.36 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 272 mg | 12% |
| Total carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% |
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) | 80 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 40 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 126 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 210 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 120 g | 252 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 336 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 420 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 240 g | 504 kcal |
Calculated from 210 calories per 100 g.
Mymbar dolması is a traditional dish made by stuffing sheep intestine with a rice-and-spice filling and cooking it until tender. It is associated with southeastern Turkish cuisine, and recipes vary between households and regions.
Mymbar dolması has a savory, warmly spiced flavor, with tender intestine around a soft rice filling. Its exact taste varies with the seasoning; it is often served with lemon or other sharp accompaniments to balance the richness.
Mymbar dolması is filled mainly with rice and spices, enclosed in cleaned sheep intestine. Some recipes add other ingredients or use different seasonings, so the filling is not identical in every regional or family version.
Mymbar dolması is usually simmered in a pot until the casing and rice are tender. The filling expands as it cooks, so the intestine should not be packed tightly; gentle cooking also helps keep it from splitting.
For Mymbar dolması, the intestine needs thorough cleaning inside and out, followed by rinsing with plenty of water. Some home cooks use salt and lemon or vinegar to reduce odor; keep raw offal separate from ready-to-eat foods.
Mymbar dolması can burst when the casing is overfilled or cooked at a hard boil. Rice swells as it cooks, so leave room in the intestine and simmer gently rather than letting the pot boil vigorously.
No. Mymbar dolması is made with sheep intestine, while şırdan dolması uses the animal’s abomasum, a different stomach section. Both are stuffed offal dishes, but their casings give them distinct shapes and textures.
Mymbar dolması is associated with southeastern Turkey, where stuffed offal dishes are part of regional food traditions. It is also known as mumbar dolması, and local versions differ in their spices and filling.
Mymbar dolması is often served with lemon, pickles, or a fresh salad. These sharp, fresh sides complement its rich, spiced filling; some meals also include plain yogurt.
Yes, cooked Mymbar dolması can be frozen once cooled, in an airtight container. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat it until hot throughout before serving.
Vitamins
B12
0.96µg · 40% DV
B5
0.64mg · 13% DV
B3
1.68mg · 11% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
88mg · 13% DV
Sodium
272mg · 12% DV
Selenium
5.6µg · 10% DV
Iron
1.44mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
168mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Mymbar dolması is a traditional dish made by filling cleaned sheep intestine with rice and spices, then cooking it until tender. It is associated with southeastern Turkey, where recipes vary from household to household and may include aromatics such as onion.
The casing is yielding and slightly chewy, while the rice stuffing is soft and savoury. It is usually served hot as a substantial main, often with salad or a squeeze of lemon; outside Turkey, it can also be enjoyed as a shared specialty. At 210 calories per 100 g, it provides a mix of carbohydrate, protein and fat rather than being especially lean. Pair a moderate portion with fresh vegetables for a lighter plate.
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.
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
3.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.88g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.