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Otasi yemegi Calories
Traditional vegetable stew from Gaziantep region made with assorted wild herbs.
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 serving (medium) of Otasi yemegi (200 g) has 110 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 17.4 g of carbs, 4.2 g of protein, 2.4 g of fat and 7 g of fiber. Its 640 µg of Vitamin A covers 71% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Otasi yemegi Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 200 g
110
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
17.4g
· 6% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
2.4g
· 3% DV
Fiber
7g
· 25% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 64% · Protein 16% · Fat 20%
Otasi yemegi nutrition facts table · 1 serving (medium) (200 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 110 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.4 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.36 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 420 mg | 18% |
| Total carbohydrate | 17.4 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 7 g | 25% |
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% |
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 Serving of Otasi yemegi?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 110 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 120 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 180 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 165 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 400 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 pack (extra large) | 500 g | 275 kcal |
Calculated from 55 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Otasi yemegi
What is Otasi yemegi?
Otasi yemegi is a traditional vegetable stew from the Gaziantep region of Turkey, made with a mixture of wild herbs. The specific greens can vary, so it is better understood as a regional style of stew than as a recipe with one fixed ingredient list.
How do you cook Otasi yemegi?
Otasi yemegi is made by cooking cleaned wild herbs together as a stew. Since different greens soften at different rates, add firmer or slower-cooking herbs first and more delicate leaves later; recipes may differ in their additional ingredients and seasonings.
Which wild herbs go into Otasi yemegi?
There is no single set of herbs used in every Otasi yemegi. The mix depends on what is in season and locally available in the Gaziantep region, as well as the cook’s recipe, so the dish can vary from one household to another.
Where does Otasi yemegi come from?
Otasi yemegi comes from the Gaziantep region of southeastern Turkey. Its use of assorted wild herbs reflects a local tradition of cooking with seasonal greens, although the exact recipe and ingredients are not identical across the region.
What does Otasi yemegi taste like?
Otasi yemegi tastes green and herbaceous, with its exact flavor shaped by the particular wild greens in the pot. Because the herb mixture changes, there is no single flavor profile that describes every version of the dish.
How should wild herbs for Otasi yemegi be identified and cleaned?
Use only wild herbs that have been positively identified and collected from a clean area for Otasi yemegi. Discard any plant you cannot identify with confidence, then sort the greens and rinse them thoroughly to remove soil and debris before cooking.
What is traditionally served with Otasi yemegi?
Otasi yemegi can be served hot with bread or as part of a larger home-cooked meal. There is not one required accompaniment for every version, so what goes alongside it can reflect the household’s preferences and the rest of the menu.
Can you use cultivated greens instead of wild herbs in Otasi yemegi?
You can make a home adaptation of Otasi yemegi with cultivated greens, but it will not have exactly the same character as a version made with its usual local wild-herb mixture. Choose greens that hold up to stewing and avoid claiming they are wild herbs.
How long does Otasi yemegi keep in the refrigerator?
Refrigerate leftover Otasi yemegi promptly in a covered container and eat it within a few days. Reheat only the portion you plan to serve, rather than repeatedly warming and cooling the full batch.
Can Otasi yemegi be frozen?
Yes, Otasi yemegi can be frozen in airtight, meal-sized portions, though the herbs may become softer after thawing. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly; do not freeze it again after it has been thawed and reheated.
Otasi yemegi Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
640µg · 71% DV
Vitamin K
76µg · 63% DV
Vitamin C
32mg · 36% DV
Folate
76µg · 19% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Manganese
0.38mg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
560mg · 16% DV
Otasi yemegi Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Otasi yemegi
To burn the 110 calories in 1 serving (medium) (200 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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What is Otasi yemegi?
Otasi yemegi is a traditional vegetable stew from the Gaziantep region of southeastern Turkey, made by cooking a mix of locally gathered wild herbs and greens. The exact combination can change with the season and what is available, so versions vary from one household to another.
It is served warm, often as part of a home-cooked lunch or dinner, with bread or alongside other dishes. The greens bring a gently earthy, fresh flavour and soften as they cook. Mostly vegetable-based and a source of fibre, it makes a relatively light meal; pair it with bulgur or beans if you would like something more filling.
How Nutritious Is Otasi yemegi?
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 Otasi yemegi 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 Otasi yemegi Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Otasi yemegi Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Otasi yemegi Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.36g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.42g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.9:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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