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A traditional Erzurum kebab made mainly from lamb and cooked on a horizontal spit over a wood fire.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Oltu Cağ Kebab (150 g) has 398 calories. That works out to 265 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 36.8 g of protein, 26.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 3.5 µg of B12 covers 144% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 150 g
398
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
1.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
36.8g
· 74% DV
Fat
26.7g
· 34% 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 1% · Protein 38% · Fat 61%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 398 kcal | |
| Total fat | 26.7 g | 34% |
| Saturated fat | 10.65 g | 53% |
| Trans fat | 1.05 g | |
| Sodium | 105 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 36.8 g | 74% |
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) | 150 g | 398 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28.4 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 106 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 159 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 90 g | 239 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 265 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 318 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 530 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 250 g | 663 kcal |
Calculated from 265 calories per 100 g.
Oltu Cağ Kebab is traditionally made mainly from lamb, seasoned simply and stacked in layers on a horizontal spit. The meat is roasted over a wood fire and shaved off as its outer layers cook.
No. Oltu Cağ Kebab is cooked on a horizontal spit, while döner is most often roasted on a vertical one. Oltu Cağ Kebab is also commonly served as slices threaded onto small skewers called cağ.
Oltu Cağ Kebab comes from Oltu, a district in Erzurum province in eastern Turkey. It is closely associated with Erzurum cuisine and takes its name from its place of origin and distinctive serving skewer.
The horizontal spit is part of Oltu Cağ Kebab’s traditional cooking method. It lets the layered lamb turn in front of the fire, so the browned outer meat can be sliced away while the rest continues cooking.
“Cağ” refers to the small skewer used to serve the cooked lamb. The meat is sliced from the larger spit and threaded onto these skewers, which makes the dish easy to serve and eat.
Oltu Cağ Kebab is not usually spicy. Its traditional flavor comes mainly from lamb and mild seasoning; hot pepper may be offered or added separately, depending on the cook or restaurant.
Oltu Cağ Kebab is made with boneless lamb suitable for stacking and slicing on a spit. The exact cut can vary by cook, so it is better to ask the butcher for lamb that stays tender when roasted.
Oltu Cağ Kebab is commonly served with flatbread or pide, and may come with grilled tomatoes, peppers, onion, or greens. The simple sides let the roasted lamb remain the focus of the meal.
Yes, you can make an Oltu Cağ Kebab-inspired version at home, although the traditional horizontal spit and wood fire are difficult to reproduce. Roast seasoned lamb in layers and slice it thinly once browned.
Store leftover Oltu Cağ Kebab in a covered container in the refrigerator and reheat it within a few days. Warm the slices gently in a covered pan with a little water, or they may dry out.
Vitamins
B12
3.45µg · 144% DV
B3
9.15mg · 57% DV
B6
0.52mg · 31% DV
B2
0.3mg · 23% DV
Minerals
Zinc
6.75mg · 61% DV
Selenium
30µg · 55% DV
Phosphorus
285mg · 41% DV
Iron
3.15mg · 18% DV
Potassium ⭐
450mg · 13% DV
Sodium
105mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Oltu Cağ Kebab is a lamb kebab associated with Oltu in Erzurum, eastern Turkey. Seasoned meat is stacked on a horizontal spit and slowly cooked over a wood fire; the browned outer layers are sliced onto small skewers as they cook. The result is savoury and smoky, with tender meat and crisp edges.
In its home region it is commonly served hot with thin bread, grilled peppers and tomatoes, and often onion or ayran. It is a filling, protein-rich dish, with much of its energy coming from the lamb’s fat. For a lighter plate, pair a modest portion with salad and go easy on the bread.
High
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Medium
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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
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No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
10.65g
MONOUNSATURATED
10.8g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.65g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.